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Jam Jelly Doughnut French Toast Recipe

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Jam Jelly Doughnut French Toast is a decadent twist on classic French toast, featuring sandwich bread stuffed with strawberry jam, dipped in an egg mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection, then coated with caster sugar for a sweet, crunchy finish. It’s a delightful breakfast or brunch treat that combines the flavors of a jelly doughnut with the comforting texture of French toast.

Ingredients

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For the Sandwich

  • 6 slices stale white sandwich bread, approximately 1.5cm (0.6″) thick
  • 3 tbsp strawberry jam

For the Batter and Coating

  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 3 tbsp caster sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bread rounds: Optionally, cut the bread slices into as large rounds as possible to create doughnut-shaped French toast pieces, which adds to the presentation and makes them easier to handle.
  2. Assemble the jam sandwiches: Spread 1 tablespoon of strawberry jam onto the center of 3 of the bread rounds, leaving about a 1cm (1/4″) edge free of jam to prevent it from oozing out when sandwiched. Place the remaining 3 bread rounds on top to form sandwiches.
  3. Mix the egg batter: In a small bowl, lightly beat together the egg and milk until well combined to create the dipping mixture.
  4. Prepare the sugar coating: Spread the caster sugar evenly on a small plate ready for coating the cooked French toast.
  5. Heat the pan: Warm the butter in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat until melted and foaming, ensuring even cooking without burning.
  6. Dip and cook the sandwiches: Quickly dip each side of the jam sandwich into the egg mixture, including the edges, so the bread is thoroughly coated. Place the coated sandwich onto the heated pan. Repeat this process with the remaining sandwiches, cooking them one or two at a time depending on pan size.
  7. Fry until golden brown: Cook each side for about 2 minutes or until a deep golden brown forms, indicating the French toast is cooked through and crispy on the outside.
  8. Coat with sugar: Immediately after frying, transfer each sandwich onto the plate with caster sugar, rolling or pressing each side and edges in the sugar while still warm to ensure the sugar sticks well, creating a crunchy exterior.
  9. Serve: Enjoy the Jam Jelly Doughnut French Toast warm or at room temperature as a scrumptious breakfast or brunch dish.

Notes

  • Using stale bread is ideal as it soaks the egg mixture without falling apart, improving texture.
  • Cutting the bread into rounds makes the dish resemble doughnuts, enhancing visual appeal and making it easier to manage while cooking.
  • Ensure to leave a jam-free edge when assembling sandwiches to prevent the jam from leaking during cooking.
  • Work quickly when coating with sugar after frying to maximize sugar adhesion.

Keywords: Jam Jelly Doughnut French Toast, strawberry jam French toast, fried French toast, sweet breakfast, jelly doughnut recipe

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