Calling all superfood lovers – this toast is the ultimate treat for breakfast and brunch. It’s tasty, crispy, loaded with flavor and infused with nourishing green goodness! Matcha is a green tea that’s high in chlorophyll and has an extremely high level of antioxidants.
Matcha-Coconut French Toast
Servings 3
Calories 662 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large loaf brioche or challah bread
- 5 tsp. matcha green tea powder, divided
- 1 tsp. Vitacost Organic Cinnamon
- ½ tsp. Simple Truth Organic Nutmeg
- ¼ tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Pink Salt
- 1-2 Tbsp. coconut sugar
- 2-3 Tbsp. warm water
- 1 tsp. Flavorganics Organic Vanilla Extract
- 2 eggs
- 13.5 oz. (1 can) Native Forest Organic Coconut Milk
- 1-2 tsp. Vitacost Organic Coconut Oil
- 3 Tbsp. light brown sugar
- 4 Tbsp. Bob’s Red Mill Coconut Flakes
- 4 Tbsp. Shiloh Farms Sliced Almonds
Instructions
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In cup or mug, mix 2 teaspoons matcha with warm water to dissolve. Next, in large bowl, whisk coconut milk, coconut sugar, eggs, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg to create batter. Pour matcha mixture into batter and combine. Set aside.
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On plate, combine brown sugar, coconut flakes, almonds and 2-3 teaspoons matcha to create a “dry rub.”
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Cut bread into 1- or 2-inch-thick slices. Dip slices into batter to evenly coat both sides. Then, dip one side only into dry rub.
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In skillet over medium-high heat, melt coconut oil. Cook one slice until browned, then flip. Repeat with remaining slices.
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Garnish with toasted coconut flakes, almond slices, maple syrup and an extra sprinkle of matcha.
Recipe Notes
- There’s so matcha to love about this superfood ingredient! Click here for more matcha recipes on The Upside blog.
- Get the ingredients you need to make this recipe at Vitacost.com!
Nutrition Facts
Matcha-Coconut French Toast
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 662
Calories from Fat 486
% Daily Value*
Fat 54g83%
Saturated Fat 39g195%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 110mg37%
Sodium 241mg10%
Potassium 599mg17%
Carbohydrates 34g11%
Fiber 7g28%
Sugar 20g22%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 578IU12%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 128mg13%
Iron 8mg44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.