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Portuguese Bread French Toast

Name: Portuguese Bread French Toast
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 5 eggs; 4 cups milk; ¼ cup white sugar; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1 (1 pound) loaf Portuguese sweet bread; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

Rating: 4.24 stars

21 Ratings
20 Reviews
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One of the best uses for Portuguese bread is in baked French toast. Because the bread is so light it soaks up a lot of the batter and becomes too fragile to pan-fry. So...baking is the answer. Serve the French toast with maple syrup.

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Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 6 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

5 eggs
4 cups milk
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 (1 pound) loaf Portuguese sweet bread
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Step 2

Whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange rind in a medium mixing bowl.
Step 3

Cut the bread into seven or eight slices, and lay them, overlapping, in a large baking dish.
Step 4

Pour the egg mixture over the bread, covering every slice. The bread should not be entirely submerged though; the higher parts should become toasted and crispy.
Step 5

Dot the bread with the butter. Bake the French toast in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes until the custard is set. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

452.4 calories; 17.4 g protein; 59.9 g carbohydrates; 184.9 mg cholesterol; 287.8 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (20)

Most helpful positive review

Kimberly Ramsey

12/10/2003

I loved this recipe and my boyfreind as well. He is a huge sweet bread fan. I used the recipe for portuguese sweet bread for the bread machine that I got from this website. A definite keeper. Read More

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(26)

Most helpful critical review

slewis0054

01/25/2010

I followed the recipe and half the bread was emerged in the mixture half was sticking up but it was still gross to have half mushy bread. Won't make this again. Read More

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(4)

21 Ratings

5 star values: 10
4 star values: 9
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 1

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Kimberly Ramsey

12/10/2003

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Kimberly Ramsey

12/10/2003

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TWAIN_HARTE

11/22/2004

Made this recipe with Italian Pandoro and it was wonderful. Had bread pudding consistency in dish and toasted on top. It was the hit of our Christmas Eve brunch. Easy to make but has a sophisticated flavor. We cut the Pan d'oro in half vertically then in 1/2" slices horizontally. Laid them in the glass dish at 45/angle. Pretty presentation. Smells great when it cooks. High awe factor. Don't overbake. Make sure this delicate dish doesn't burn. Read More

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SHAMBI

08/08/2003

Yummy!! Read More

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JulieCC

05/06/2008

This is good but next time I'll lay the bread pieces out on a single layer and bake on a sheet pan. The stacking made the "connected" parts very soggy. I used freshly-baked Portuguese sweet bread from the site and next time I need to use not-so-fresh bread. Read More

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chicklet

12/22/2006

This is so very good. It reminds me of a bread pudding. I like to use thick slices of bread and omit the butter on top. It seems to come out a little more crispy on top which is the way we prefer it and nice and custard like in the middle. So good you have to try it. Read More

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LOVETOCOOK

10/28/2009

This recipe was wonderful...I made it for company the first time and it was a huge hit. The Portuguese massa (sweet bread) really gives it a special flavor and texture. I will definitely make it again. Thanks Read More

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preta75

05/07/2009

This was great! I added some chocolate chips to the layers and it turned out great. This could probably serve 8-10 people since it is so rich and heavy. Since there are only two of us we have been reheating it and it's still great! Read More

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REGINAHARRIS

08/29/2006

This turned out really well. I made it with the Portugese Bread from the bread machine recipe here and the consistency was perfect. Light not soggy at all with a very nice flavor. Everyone enjoyed it. Read More

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my2skatinggirls

08/04/2009

I made this for my family on Christmas morning and it was a BIG hit!! Will definately make it again. Read More

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slewis0054

01/25/2010

I followed the recipe and half the bread was emerged in the mixture half was sticking up but it was still gross to have half mushy bread. Won't make this again. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Portuguese Bread French Toast

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 452.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 35 %

carbohydrates: 19 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 12 %

sugars:

fat: 25 %

saturated fat: 36 %

cholesterol: 62 %

vitamin a iu: 13 %

niacin equivalents: 18 %

vitamin b6: 8 %

vitamin c: 1 %

folate: 7 %

calcium: 22 %

iron: 5 %

magnesium: 8 %

potassium: 10 %

sodium: 12 %

thiamin: 9 %

calories from fat:

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Kimberly Ramsey

12/10/2003

I loved this recipe and my boyfreind as well. He is a huge sweet bread fan. I used the recipe for portuguese sweet bread for the bread machine that I got from this website. A definite keeper.

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(26)

Kimberly Ramsey

12/10/2003

I loved this recipe and my boyfreind as well. He is a huge sweet bread fan. I used the recipe for portuguese sweet bread for the bread machine that I got from this website. A definite keeper.

Helpful

(26)

TWAIN_HARTE

11/22/2004

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SHAMBI

08/08/2003

Yummy!!

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(21)

JulieCC

05/06/2008

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(12)

chicklet

12/22/2006

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LOVETOCOOK

10/28/2009

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preta75

05/07/2009

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REGINAHARRIS

08/29/2006

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my2skatinggirls

08/04/2009

I made this for my family on Christmas morning and it was a BIG hit!! Will definately make it again.

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slewis0054

01/25/2010

I followed the recipe and half the bread was emerged in the mixture half was sticking up but it was still gross to have half mushy bread. Won't make this again.

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