Hong Kong Style French Toast

homemade Hong Kong French Toast with butter and condensed milk drizzle on a white kitchen counter.

Hong Kong Style French Toast

Crispy, golden Hong Kong French Toast filled with peanut butter or kaya and fried to café-style perfection ; an indulgent cha chaan teng classic you can make at home.

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack

Cuisine: Hong Kong, Asian Fusion

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 6

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 21

Servings:

Calories: 480kcal

Cost: $6

Equipment

1 Deep frying pan or wok
1 Candy thermometer (optional but helpful)
1 Slotted spoon
1 Paper towels
1 Shallow bowl for batter

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 slices Thick white bread Day-old preferred
2 tablespoons Peanut butter or kaya spread For filling
2 large Eggs Beaten for batter
3 tablespoons Whole milk For batter
1 tablespoon Sugar Adds sweetness
¼ teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional but classic
1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor
Vegetable oil For deep frying
Butter For serving
Maple syrup or condensed milk For drizzling

Optional Additions

Sliced bananas Extra sweetness
Cream cheese Adds richness
Honey Natural sweetness
Powdered sugar For dusting

Instructions

Spread peanut butter or kaya between two bread slices to form a sandwich. Repeat for second sandwich.
Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a shallow bowl.
Coat each sandwich fully in batter, letting excess drip off.
Preheat oil in deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry sandwiches 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Remove, drain on paper towels, serve hot with butter and condensed milk or syrup.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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