Coconut Macadamia Nut French Toast

• coconut1⁄2 cup

  shredded

• corn flakes1⁄2 cup

  crushed

• macadamia nuts↗1⁄4 cup

  finely chopped

• eggs↗4

  lightly beaten

• milk↗1⁄2 cup
• (1 inch) thick center slices king's Hawaiian sweet bread4

  cut in half

• vegetable oil or cooking spray↗
• maple syrup↗
• whipped cream (optional)↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine coconut, cornflake crumbs and macadamia nuts in shallow dish; set aside.

2. 2

   Mix eggs and milk in medium bowl with wire whisk until well blended.

3. 3

   Heat griddle over medium heat.

4. 4

   Grease with oil or cooking spray.

5. 5

   Dip (do not soak) bread slices in egg mixture, one or two at a time, coating both sides evenly.

6. 6

   Press one side of dipped bread into coconut mixture.

7. 7

   Cook coconut side of bread first until golden brown, taking care not to scorch coconut.

8. 8

   Turn; cook other side until golden brown and egg is set.

9. 9

   Repeat with remaining bread slices.

10. 10

    Serve with warm maple syrup or whipped cream, if desired.