10-min Hong Kong Toast

Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden, crunchy French toast hiding a smooth peanut butter filling inside. This Hong Kong Style French Toast turns simple bread into a stunning breakfast delight, topped with a generous pour of condensed milk and a chunk of melting butter. I first tried this decadent dish at a local cha-cha-teng while living near an Asian neighborhood, and it's become my go-to weekend breakfast treat ever since.

The first time my kids tried this, they couldn't stop smiling at the combo of peanut butter and condensed milk - they now beg for it every weekend morning.

Picking Perfect Ingredients

• Soft milk bread: Go for those extra fluffy slices to build the best base
• Pure peanut butter: Grab either smooth or chunky depending on what you like
• Quality eggs: They form that crispy, golden outer layer everyone loves
• Plain cooking oil: Gets you the right frying temp without adding any competing tastes
• Butter with salt: Gives that lovely rich finish as it slowly melts
• Condensed milk: Brings that authentic Hong Kong cafe feeling right to your table

Crafting Your Masterpiece

Building Your Sandwich:

Spread peanut butter thick between your bread slices, making sure it goes right to the edges for maximum stickiness. Cut off those crusts neatly to make a perfect square sandwich.

Getting The Egg Mix Ready:

Beat those eggs until they're totally smooth and ready to coat each sandwich completely. Don't overdo it - we want crispy results, not soggy bread.

Mastering The Fry:

Get your oil just right - look for that tiny shimmer on top. Place your sandwich in carefully, giving enough time to each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown.

Finishing Touches:

Top your creation with a big chunk of butter and drizzle that sweet condensed milk all over, watching them melt together into breakfast heaven.

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I can still see my grandma making this, always testing the oil temperature by holding her hand just above the pan - I still do this exact same thing today.

Breakfast Bliss

Serve this rich toast with a strong cup of Hong Kong milk tea for the real cha-cha-teng experience. Throw some fresh berries on the plate to balance out all that richness.

Fun Variations

Try switching up your fillings - maybe Nutella for chocolate fans, or go with almond butter for something extra nutty. For special days, mix a bit of cinnamon into your egg mixture.

Serve It Hot

You can keep leftovers in your fridge for about four days, but this dish tastes so much better when it's fresh and hot. To bring back some crispiness, warm it up gently in a skillet.

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I've tried hundreds of breakfast recipes through the years, but this Hong Kong Style French Toast still ranks among my top picks. It shows how beautifully different food traditions can come together to make something truly unforgettable.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s special about milk bread?

It’s fluffier and softer than regular bread, making the texture amazing, but plain white bread is fine too.

→ Can different spreads work?

Of course! Try Nutella, almond butter, or even straight condensed milk as a substitute.

→ What’s the point of standing sandwiches up?

This keeps the egg mixture from pooling too much and avoids soggy bread before frying.

→ Why should crusts come off?

It looks cleaner, cooks more evenly, and it’s the traditional way to prepare it.

→ Can I make it ahead of time?

Fresh and hot is ideal! Reheating ruins the perfect texture.