Description
A vibrant, protein-packed breakfast that combines creamy yogurt custard with thick toast and fresh tropical fruit. This easy and customizable recipe brings a taste of sunshine to your morning and can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan.
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick bread (brioche, sourdough, or gluten-free, about 1 inch thick)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut/plant-based yogurt)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Zest of ½ lime or lemon (optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup assorted tropical fruits (mango, pineapple, kiwi, passionfruit, banana, papaya), sliced or diced
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)
- Honey, maple syrup, or lime juice for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven or air fryer:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) or air fryer to 350°F (180°C). - Prepare the bread:
Press the center of each slice to create a well for the custard, being careful not to tear the bread. - Make the custard:
In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, zest, and cinnamon/nutmeg until smooth. - Assemble:
Spoon the custard mixture evenly into the wells of the bread slices. Arrange tropical fruit on top and sprinkle with coconut if using. - Bake or air fry:
Place bread on a lined baking sheet (or in air fryer basket). Bake 10–15 minutes, or air fry 5–8 minutes, until custard is set and edges are golden. - Finish & serve:
Drizzle with honey, maple syrup, or lime juice. Add extra fruit or coconut if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
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Use slightly stale bread for best results; it holds the custard better.
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Substitute flax egg and plant-based yogurt for a vegan version.
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Switch up the fruit to match the season or your preferences.
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For extra crunch, lightly toast the bread before adding the custard.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion, Tropical, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg