Spanish Easter Torrijas Bites
Traditional Spanish Easter dessert reimagined as elegant bite-sized appetizers, featuring cinnamon-soaked bread cubes with honey and orange zest. Perfect for spring brunch celebrations at 145 calories per serving.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices day-old brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter for frying
- 1/4 cup honey for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the soaking mixture
In a shallow bowl, whisk together milk, beaten eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and orange zest until well combined.
- 2
Soak the bread cubes
Gently dip each bread cube into the milk mixture, allowing them to absorb the liquid for 30 seconds per side. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 3
Heat the pan
Heat olive oil or butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- 4
Fry the torrijas bites
Working in batches, carefully place soaked bread cubes in the hot pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- 5
Drain and cool
Transfer fried torrijas to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- 6
Finish and serve
Arrange on a serving platter, drizzle with honey, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately while warm.
Chef's Tips
Use day-old bread for best results as it absorbs the custard mixture without falling apart. Serve immediately while still warm for the perfect contrast between crispy exterior and soft interior.
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How long does it take to make Spanish Easter Torrijas Bites?
The listed total time is 35 minutes. Prep time is 20 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Spanish Easter Torrijas Bites recipe make?
This recipe yields 6 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Spanish Easter Torrijas Bites recipe?
The listed difficulty level is medium.