Hawaiian Vegetarian Luau Brunch: Pineapple-Coconut Stuffed French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa & Macadamia Nut Crumble

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 4 slices of thick
• cut white bread (preferably day
• old) 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup canned pineapple tidbits, drained and finely chopped 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted 4 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 tbsp butter, for cooking For Tropical Fruit Salsa: + 1 cup diced papaya + 1 cup diced mango + 1/2 cup chopped pineapple + 1/4 cup chopped green onions + 1 tbsp lime juice + 1 tbsp honey For Macadamia Nut Crumble: + 1 cup macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped + 2 tbsp brown sugar + 2 tbsp butter, melted + Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. 1 Prepare the Tropical Fruit Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine papaya, mango, pineapple, green onions, lime juice, and honey. Mix well and set aside to let flavors meld.
2. 2 Prepare the Macadamia Nut Crumble: In a small bowl, mix macadamia nuts, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt. Set aside.
3. 3 In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
4. 4 Spread softened cream cheese evenly over one side of each bread slice. Top with pineapple tidbits and toasted coconut, then press the slices together gently to form two sandwiches.
5. 5 Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring they are well coated on all sides.
6. 6 In a large non stick skillet or griddle, melt butter over medium heat. Add the soaked bread sandwiches and cook for 3 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, adding more butter as needed.
7. 7 Cut each French toast sandwich into two triangles and serve immediately with Tropical Fruit Salsa and Macadamia Nut Crumble on top.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve the perfect texture for this dish, ensure the bread is sturdy enough to hold the filling and soak up the egg mixture without becoming too soggy.

Notes

This recipe yields two servings, making it perfect for a special brunch or a romantic breakfast-in-bed experience.