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Season 03 - Breakfast / S03B14

Pineapple and Coconut French Toast

Prep: 10 minutesCook: 15 minutes

Story

As Don Luis mashed the ripe plantains into the batter, the kitchen filled with the sweet aroma of caramelized bananas and vanilla. “Sweet plantains make everything better,” he said, pouring the golden batter into the waffle iron. The result? A crispy, fluffy waffle with the perfect hint of tropical sweetness. Topped with butter, honey, and fresh fruit, it’s a breakfast masterpiece! 🍯✨ Prep & Cook Time

Ingredients

  • For the Waffles:
  • 2 ripe plantains, mashed 🍌
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 1 tsp baking powder ✨
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon 🍂
  • 0.25 tsp salt 🧂
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar 🍯
  • 1 egg 🥚
  • 0.75 cup milk (or coconut milk) 🥛
  • 1 tbsp melted butter 🧈
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract 🌿
  • For Toppings:
  • Butter 🧈
  • Honey or maple syrup 🍯
  • Sliced bananas or berries 🍓🍌
  • Powdered sugar (optional) ❄️

Instructions

  1. 11️⃣ Prepare the Batter – In a bowl, mash the plantains until smooth. Add the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix well. 🍌🥚✨
  2. 22️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar. 🌾🍂
  3. 33️⃣ Make the Batter – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes. 🥣✨
  4. 44️⃣ Cook the Waffles – Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease it. Pour in batter and cook until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per waffle. 🧇🔥
  5. 55️⃣ Serve & Enjoy – Top with butter, a drizzle of honey or syrup, and fresh fruit. Dust with powdered sugar for extra indulgence! 🍯❄️
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