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.

Torrijas Veganas
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

  1. In a bowl, combine almond milk, cinnamon powder, vanilla extract, and maple syrup; whisk until well mixed.
  2. In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and nutmeg to create a batter.
  3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Dip each slice of bread into the almond milk mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds on each side.
  5. Coat the soaked bread in the flour batter, ensuring an even layer.
  6. Fry the coated bread slices in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
  8. 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