Torrijas Veganas
Torrijas Veganas are a delightful vegan twist on the traditional Spanish dessert, made with crispy bread soaked in a fragrant cinnamon-infused almond milk. This indulgent treat is perfect for breakfast or dessert, offering a sweet and satisfying experience without any animal products.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
290 kcal
Ingredients
- Whole grain bread - 4 slices
- Almond milk - 200 ml
- Cinnamon powder - 1 tsp
- Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
- Maple syrup - 2 tbsp
- Flour - 2 tbsp
- Cornstarch - 1 tbsp
- Nutmeg - 1/4 tsp
- Oil for frying - 2 tbsp
- Powdered sugar (for dusting) - to taste
Steps
- In a bowl, combine almond milk, cinnamon powder, vanilla extract, and maple syrup; whisk until well mixed.
- In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and nutmeg to create a batter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip each slice of bread into the almond milk mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds on each side.
- Coat the soaked bread in the flour batter, ensuring an even layer.
- Fry the coated bread slices in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbs: 44 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in fiber from whole grain bread, promoting digestive health.
- Contains almond milk, which is lower in calories and cholesterol-free compared to dairy milk.
Tags
SpanishVeganDessert