Polenta French Toast Recipe

Name: Polenta French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 1/2 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 cups polenta (medium grind cornmeal); 1/2 cup pure maple syrup; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 orange, zest of, grated; 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg; 1 cup milk; 6 tablespoons butter; 1/2 1/2 cup semolina flour or 1/2 cup fine cornmeal; powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1
Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cornmeal in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly. Cook until beginning to thicken, stirring frequently, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, 30 minutes.
2
Add syrup, cinnamon, orange zest, nutmeg, and milk; stir well. Cook another 30 minutes on low. Pour into parchment-lined 13x9 baking dish and cool to room temperature. Cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight.
3
Cut polenta into squares, then cut each square diagonally into triangles. Melt butter (2 tbsp per 4 triangles) in a large skillet. Dip both sides of each triangle in flour, patting off excess, then fry until crisp and brown on both sides. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup and fruit.

329

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 2 cups polenta (medium grind cornmeal), 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Polenta French Toast falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Polenta French Toast

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