Torrijas with sherry

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👉 Torrijas with sherry are the Spanish version of French toast, traditionally eaten at Easter. Thick slices of bread are soaked in a sweet sherry custard, fried until golden and dusted with icing sugar.

🍳 How to Make Torrijas

1. Make the custard. In a wide, shallow bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, milk, golden caster sugar and sherry

2. Soak the bread. Cut each slice of bread in two and dip into the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides. Let soak for 10 minutes, turning occasionally, without letting them get too soggy

3. Fry. Heat 1½ tablespoons olive oil in a large frying pan and cook the bread for about 3 minutes per side until dark golden and crisp at the edges. Keep warm in a low oven while you cook the rest

4. Serve. Divide between plates, dust with icing sugar and serve with crème fraîche or Greek yogurt

😋 Why You’ll Love Torrijas

Crisp outside, custardy inside, with a gentle sherry warmth – an easy but special brunch or dessert.

💡 Tips for the Best Torrijas

• Use day-old bread – it soaks up the custard without falling apart.
• Fry in olive oil for the authentic Spanish flavor.
• Swap sherry for milk with cinnamon for an alcohol-free version.
• Drizzle with honey for extra sweetness.

🍽️ Serving & Storage

Best eaten warm on the day they are made.

❓ Torrijas FAQ

When are torrijas eaten?
They are a traditional Spanish Holy Week (Easter) treat.

What bread is best?
A sturdy white loaf or brioche cut into thick slices.

👉 Learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torrija

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