Rabanadas (Portuguese French Toast) Recipe

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Rabanadas are the Portuguese version of French toast, but way better! Coated with plenty of sugar and cinnamon, they are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside!

Rabanadas (Portuguese French Toast) on a serving platter

Everyone has their own way of making this Portuguese French Toast recipe. You can make it in many ways but I prefer the easy and delicious way with basic ingredients that you can buy at any grocery store.

Rabanadas or French toast has always been a family favorite breakfast. Soft on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside, it's one of the most popular recipes around here! Why? It's a simple breakfast or dessert that can be prepared for different occasions! I really enjoy making these homemade Portuguese French toast for breakfast with my family, but it's also a very popular dessert on Christmas Eve!

You don't need any fancy or secret ingredient to make this Portuguese French toast recipe, you only need 6 ingredients! Just dip the slices of bread in egg mixture and fry on both sides. Coat in sugar and cinnamon powder and that's it!

If you're looking for more breakfast ideas, I suggest this Easy yogurt flatbread, Easy pancakes or this Chocolate cookies. For best results, watch the step-by-step video recipe.

INGREDIENTS FOR RABANADAS (PORTUGUESE FRENCH TOAST)

Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this easy recipe:

Stale bread - Thick slices of bread.
Whole milk and eggs - Milk and eggs mixture.
Granulated sugar and cinnamon powder - To coat the bread slices.
Vegetable oil - To fry the bread slices.

Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.

HOW TO MAKE RABANADAS (PORTUGUESE FRENCH TOAST)

Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk the milk and the eggs until well combined.

Step 2: Dip each side of the bread in the egg mixture.

Step 3: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot (verify if the oil is hot with a little of the egg mixture), add the bread slices and fry on both sides until golden brown.

Step 4: With a spatula, transfer the bread slices to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.

Step 5: On a large plate, mix the sugar and the cinnamon powder.

Step 6: Coat the bread slices on both sides in the sugar mixture and serve.

RECIPE TIPS FOR RABANADAS

1. One of the most common mistakes is not choosing the right bread. Stale bread is the best bread for making the most delicious Portuguese French toast recipe. You can dip this type of bread into the egg mixture without breaking it.

2. Before placing the bread slices to fry, verify if the oil is hot with a little of the egg mixture.

3. Only dip the bread slices for a few seconds in the egg mixture to prevent the bread from becoming soggy before frying it.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Portuguese French toast called in Portugal?
Rabanadas! It's one of the most popular Christmas recipes in our country.

What is the most common mistake in making Portuguese French toast?
Not choosing the right bread and leaving slices of bread to soak for too long.

How to store French toast?
Allow to cool to room temperature before storing. Place the Rabanadas or Portuguese French toast in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days. Beyond this time frame, it might start losing its taste, texture and quality.