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Disneyland’s Tangaroa Toast Recipe

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A crispy french toast recipe that is perfect anytime or on special occasions! This recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results every time. The key to getting crispy french toast is to use thick slices of bread and to coat them generously with the batter. I like to use a vanilla batter and use lemon custard as a filling between two slices. Once the bread is coated, it can be cooked in an air fryer, deep fried, or grilled on the stove top like regular French toast. I prefer to air fry my french toast, but all methods will yield crispy results. Once the french toast is crispy and golden brown, it is dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with homemade guava syrup and whipped cream. Just like Tarangoa Toast at the Disneyland Hotel!

Crispy French Toast Recipe.

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Why I Love This Crispy French Toast

My son and I had the opportunity recently to stay at the Disneyland Hotel. While searching the Disneyland app for breakfast, we found the Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill right at the hotel!

Entrance to the Disneyland Hotel.
Disneyland Hotel

After searching the menu, I found the Tangaroa Toast and knew that is what I wanted to order. Here is how it is described on the menu:

Tangaroa ToastBrick Toast, Citrus Custard, Guava Syrup, Whipped Cream and Toasted Coconut, served with Bacon

After eating this for two days in a row, I decided that it may have been the best French toast ever and that I needed to make this deliciousness at home, and share the recipe with you!

Tarangoa Toast from the Disneyland Hotel.
Disneyland’s Tangaroa Toast

Key Ingredients

*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Lemon Custard

  • Milk and Heavy Cream: Key ingredients when making custard.
  • Instant Vanilla Pudding: I use a 3.4 ounce box of JELLO Vanilla Instant Pudding.
  • Zest from one Lemon: Adds the citrus flavor.
Ingredients to make lemon custard.

Guava Syrup

  • Guava Nectar: Can be found at most grocery stores. I used Kern’s brand purchased from Walmart.
  • Corn Starch: Used to thicken the syrup.
Ingredients to make guava syrup.

French Toast

  • Eggs: An essential ingredient for French Toast batter.
  • Milk or Cream: Used for creaminess in the batter.
  • Vanilla Extract: Adds a hint of flavor to the batter.
  • Sugar: Adds sweetness to the French toast.
  • Texas Toast: Thicker slices of bread than a regular loaf that are ideal for this crispy French toast recipe, but feel free to use any kind of bread you have on hand.
  • Melted Butter: You will use melted butter if you choose to cook your French toast in an air fryer to help the cinnamon sugar mixture to stick to the toast.
  • Oil, for frying: Use a neutral tasting oil such as vegetable, canola, or peanut oil.
  • Cinnamon & Sugar: provide the coating for this crispy French Toast.
  • Whipped Cream, if desired: For extra decadence!
Ingredients to make Crispy French Toast.

How to Make Disneyland’s Crispy French Toast

[1] Lemon Custard: In a mixing bowl or food processor, beat together the milk, heavy cream, instant vanilla pudding and lemon zest for about 1 minute, until completely combined. Place in a container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Lemon custard on a spoon.
Lemon Custard

[2] Guava Syrup: Mix 1/2 cup of guava nectar with 2 tablespoons of corn starch. Heat the remaining 1 1/2 cups of guava nectar over medium heat until boiling, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Slowly whisk in the corn starch mixture and stir until the syrup has thickened. Keep warm over medium-low heat.

Guava syrup in a pan on a stove.
Guava Syrup

[3] French Toast Batter: In a blender or food processor, combine the eggs, vanilla extract and sugar. Pour the mixture in a shallow dish.

French toast batter in a shallow bowl.
French Toast Batter

[4] Combine 3/4 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.

Cinnamon sugar coating for French Toast.
Cinnamon Sugar Coating

[5] Spread 1-2 tablespoons of lemon custard on a slice of bread and close like a sandwich.

Lemon custard spread on bread to make Disneyland Hotel French Toast,

Crispy French Toast Air Fryer Instructions

  • Dip the bread slices in the batter and place in the air fryer after spraying with nonstick cooking spray. Cook the toast for 3 minutes, then flip over and cook the other side for 3 minutes.
Crispy French Toast in an air fryer basket.
  • Serve with warm guava syrup and whipped cream.
Crispy French Toast on a Mickey Mouse plate with guava syrup and whipped cream.

Deep Fried Crispy French Toast Instructions

  • Heat the oil over medium high heat until it reaches about 350 degrees, then dip the French toast in the egg mixture, covering both sides and letting the excess drip off.. Use tongs to carefully place the bread in the oil.
  • Fry the French Toast on each side for 3-4 minutes until it is golden brown, then remove the toast from the pan and allow it to drain on a paper towel.
  • Coat both sides of the crispy French Toast with the cinnamon sugar mixture and serve topped with guava syrup and whipped cream.
Cinnamon coated French Toast on a Mickey Mouse plate.

Pan Fried Crispy French Toast Instructions

  • Heat an electric griddle to 325 degrees or large skillet on a stove over medium-high heat.
  • Dip the piece of bread in the batter and coat both sides then place on a buttered hot griddle or large skillet.
  • Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the heat and coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Top with guava syrup or maple syrup and whipped cream.
French toast cooking in a frying pan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn’t my French toast get crispy?

If you soak the bread for too long in the French Toast batter, it may not come out crispy. Other reasons include not cooking it at a high enough temperature or not using thick enough slices of bread.

Is French toast supposed to be crispy?

It depends on your preference. Many people enjoy French Toast that is on the softer side, while others like crispy French toast!

How can I prevent my French Toast from being soggy?

Soggy bread can be caused by a few different things. If you soak the bread for too long in the batter, it will become soggy. Another reason can be not cooking it at a high enough temperature. Be sure to cook the French toast on a preheated griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat

How to keep French toast warm?

You can keep French toast warm by keeping it in a low temperature oven, such as 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the cooked French toast in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm. Do not stack the slices of French toast on top of each other or they will become soggy.

Disneyland stuffed French toast on a plate with guava syrup and whipped cream.

More French Toast Topping Ideas

Crispy French Toast like Disneyland Hotel.

Items Used in this Recipe

Favorite Breakfast Recipes

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YouTube thumbnail for Disneyland's Stuffed French Toast Recipe.

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Crispy French Toast Recipe.

Crispy French Toast Recipe (Disneyland Copycat)

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

A crispy french toast recipe that is perfect for any occasion! This recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results every time. The key to getting crispy french toast is to use thick slices of bread and to coat them generously with the batter. I like to use a vanilla batter and use lemon custard as a filling between two slices.Once the bread is coated, it can be cooked in an air fryer, deep fried, or grilled on the stove top. I prefer to air fry my french toast, but all methods will yield crispy results. Once the french toast is crispy and golden brown, it is dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with homemade guava syrup and whipped cream. Just like Tarangoa Toast at the Disneyland Hotel!

Ingredients

Citrus Custard

  • 1 Cup Milk
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 Box Instant Vanilla Pudding
  • 1 Tbsp. Lemon zest

Guava Syrup

  • 2 Cups Guava Nectar
  • 2 Tbsp. Corn Starch

French Toast

  • 4 Eggs
  • 1 1/3 Cups Milk or Cream
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 Loaf of Texas Toast
  • 3/4 Cup Sugar
  • 2 Teaspoons Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Lemon Custard: In a mixing bowl or food processor, beat together 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, box of instant vanilla pudding and lemon zest for about 1 minute, until completely combined. Place in a container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Guava Syrup: Mix 1/2 cup of guava nectar with 2 tablespoons of corn starch. Heat the remaining 1 1/2 cups of guava nectar over medium heat until boiling, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Slowly whisk in the corn starch mixture and stir until the syrup has thickened. Keep Warm.
  3. French Toast Batter: In a blender or food processor, combine 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Pour the mixture in a shallow bowl.
  4. Combine 3/4 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
  5. Spread 1-2 tablespoons of lemon custard on a slice of bread and close like a sandwich.
  6. Air Fryer Instructions: Set the air fryer to 320 degrees. Dip the bread in the batter and place in the air fryer after spraying with nonstick cooking spray. Cook the toast for 3 minutes, then flip over and cook the other side for 3 minutes. Remove the stuffed French Toast from the air fryer and brush with melted butter before coating with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve with warm guava syrup and whipped cream.
  7. Frying Instructions: Heat the oil over medium high heat until it reaches about 350 degrees, then dip the French toast in the batter, covering both sides. Use tongs to carefully place the bread in the oil. Fry the French Toast on each side for 3-4 minutes until it is golden brown, then remove the toast from the pan and allow it to drain on a paper towel. Coat both sides of the crispy French Toast with the cinnamon sugar mixture and serve topped with guava syrup and whipped cream.
  8. Traditional instructions: Heat a griddle to 325 degrees or frying pan on a stove over medium-high heat. Dip the French toast in the batter and coat both sides then place on a buttered surface. Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the heat and coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Top with guava syrup and whipped cream.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 396Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 2gSugar: 47gProtein: 9g

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