This Piña Colada French Toast will make your whole campsite happy. It’s tropical, cozy, and surprisingly easy to make at the campsite or at home. With coconut, pineapple, and golden toasted bread, this Florida-inspired breakfast feels like vacation on a plate – even if you’re cooking it in flip-flops next to a campfire.
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I LOVE breakfast at camp. It’s the meal I look forward to the most! I’m not sure if it’s the cozy feeling of the campfire first thing, the delicious cup of coffee Mr. Hulasquatch has just poured me, or the very act of preparing it. THIS easy Pina Colada French Toast Recipe is the ultimate comfort food and pure outdoor camping bliss. Made with minimal ingredients and griddled on the open flame or a camp stove, it is the PERFECT summer breakfast camping recipe that will have your campers scrambling out of their tents!
What you’ll love about this recipe:
Tropical vacation vibes: Shredded coconut and pineapple bring classic piña colada flavors without any complicated ingredients. This easy recipe tastes like brunch met a beach day.
Perfect for camping or home: This is a great recipe that works just as well on a camp stove or griddle as it does in your kitchen.
Quick with minimal cleanup: Simple ingredients, one bowl, and no fancy equipment needed makes this ideal for camping mornings.
Feeds a Crowd: Perfect for a brunch crowd, easy camping breakfast for your family, or scale it back for a cozy party of two!
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Piña Colada French Toast Recipe:
INGREDIENT NOTES
Bread: Slightly stale or day-old bread works best and won’t get soggy. We love using homemade sourdough bread, but any will work.
Coconut milk: Full-fat coconut milk gives the richest flavor. Feel free to use any type of milk you like (2%, whole milk, almond milk, etc). For a more decadent French toast, try heavy cream or half and half.
Sweet Pineapple: Be sure to drain well so the batter isn’t watery.
Over-Ripe Banana: You’re looking for a spotty, ugly banana for the sweetest flavor.
Hulasquatch’s Top Tip: Resist the urge to cook this quick camping breakfast French toast recipe on too high a heat or directly over the campfire flame (350°F or medium heat is the sweet spot). You want that nice, golden brown color on the outside of the coconut, but you also want it to be perfectly cooked on the inside, too.
HOW TO MAKE PIÑA COLADA FRENCH TOAST STEP-BY-STEP
Here are some quick visual instructions. Remember that full instructions with exact ingredients will be in the printable recipe card below!
Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk the wet ingredients and milk mixture until well combined.
Step 2: Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with a tablespoon of butter, coconut oil, or plain oil.
Step 3: Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, coating both sides evenly.
Step 4: Cook until golden brown on each side, flipping once, about 2–3 minutes per side.
RECIPE TIPS & TRICKS FOR PINA COLADA FRENCH TOAST
Use medium heat so the toast cooks through without burning.
Drain pineapple juice well to keep the batter creamy, not runny.
Press the bread gently into the batter for even soaking.
PRO TIP
Make the French toast batter
at home and store it in a sealed container so the perfect breakfast
at camp takes just minutes.
STORAGE & REHEATING
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container or reusable food container for up to 2 days in the fridge or cooler.
Reheating: Reheat on a cast-iron skillet over low heat or warm over a camp stove until heated through.
Freezing: French toast can be frozen between layers of parchment paper for up to 1 month and reheated in a skillet or toaster.
ADDITIONS & SUBSTITUTIONS
ADDITIONS:
- Lightly toasted coconut flakes would be a delicious, fun way to add depth to these Pina Colada French toast.
- We love to add fresh pineapple chunks whenever we have a pineapple that needs to be used.
- Adding chopped macadamia nuts to the coating would make this easy camping breakfast epic!
SUBSTITUTIONS:
- Use almond milk instead of coconut milk for a lighter version.
- Use gluten-free bread if needed.
- You can omit the banana OR the egg.
- PERFECT if you like Pina Coladas…and gettin’ caught in the rain…sorry…I couldn’t resist! This song is now on autopilot in my brain!
FAQ’s about this Pina Colada French toast recipe:
Yes! Mix the batter ahead and store it chilled until ready to cook.
Thick slices of stale bread, like brioche or sourdough bread holds up best and won’t fall apart.
Absolutely! There’s no alcohol, just the great taste of that tropical pina colada flavor.
For sure! Add an extra banana to the French toast batter for a decadent custard-like base!
WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH THIS PINA COLADA FRENCH TOAST?
This camping French toast is amazing and delicious on its own, but also pairs well with crispu bacon, fresh fruit, a fresh squeeze of lime, and a healthy drizzle of maple syrup!
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PINA COLADA FRENCH TOAST: EASY SUMMER CAMPING RECIPE
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with our irresistible Pina Colada French Toast, the perfect indulgence for summer camping adventures. This easy-to-make recipe combines the classic flavors of creamy coconut and sweet pineapple. So, pack your skillet and get ready to savor the flavors of paradise under the open sky – because every camping trip deserves a taste of tropical bliss!
Ingredients
- 2 Farm Fresh Eggs
- 4 Slices Of Bread: Our favorite is a fresh homemade loaf of sourdough bread.
- 1 Overripe Banana
- 1/2 Can Coconut Milk
- 1 Fresh Pineapple
- 1 Small Bag Sweetened Shredded Coconut
- 1 Cup Greek Yogurt
- Coconut Oil or Butter For Frying
- Maple Syrup
- Fresh Fruit: To top Pina Colada French Toast
- 2 Limes
Instructions
1. First things first. Grab the wood and let’s get the campfire lit.
2. Run and grab all your ingredients. Throw on some GREAT tunes and let's get this party started! I mean, it's Pina Colada French Toast!
3. In a small bowl add your peeled banana. Mash well with a fork. Next, add 1/2 a can of the coconut milk and the juice of one lime. Crack your eggs and give all THIS a good mix. Mix well and set aside.
4. Slice your bread into 4 thick slices and pile up on a plate. Set this to the side.
5. Grab two plates and the shredded coconut. On the first plate, add your coconut milk mixture. Add shredded coconut to the second plate. You want enough to coat your bread once it has been dunked in the egg custard mixture. You will have to keep adding coconut to the plate as you go.
6. Grab a slice of bread, soak it well on the wet plate making sure it is GLORIOUS and SPONGY. Roll this in the shredded coconut and set it on a separate plate. I usually use the plate I stacked the sliced bread on. Continue until all the bread you sliced is DUNKED and ROLLED.
7. Grab your fresh pineapple and slice her up reserving a few slices. Grab your cast iron skillet and coconut oil. Add enough oil to evenly coat the bottom and place it on the grill grate of your campfire. If using a camp stove, turn on the medium heat, add skillet and oil, and allow to get nice and hot.
8. Once hot, add your prepped Pina Colada French Toast slices to the hot cast iron. Be patient. You're wanting the coconut that is coating the bread to form a nice sweet outer-crust area. No SOGGY French Toast over here! Carefully flip and continue to cook until the second side is cooked to a golden brown perfection.
9. Add a couple of the pineapple slices to the grill grate. This goes fast so keep an eye on them and have a plate ready to place them on.
10. Head back over to the picnic table and let's assemble! Mix the Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice together. Taste and add more lime to your liking.
11.Our bread slices were huge so we cut them in half and arranged them on the diagonal. Top with sliced strawberries, blackberries, and your grilled pineapple. Add your maple syrup and the Greek yogurt. Grab your coffee and settle in for the BEST summer breakfast EVER!
Notes
If you enjoy a plant-based lifestyle, omit the eggs. The banana alone acts as a binder and gives that much-desired "custard-like" texture.
Some are allergic to coconut milk. You can swap it out for any milk and add a teaspoon of coconut extract if your body can tolerate it.
Add a delicious rum-flavored cream cheese filling and make this a stuffed Pina Colada French Toast. To do this, add an 8oz. block of softened cream cheese to a bowl, a shot or two of your favorite rum, 1/2 cup toasted coconut, Nellie & Joe Key West Lime Juice, and chopped pineapple. Mix well and add to your bread slices. Dip in coconut milk mixture and roll in shredded coconut.
Sensitivity to bananas!? No worries! Leave it out and use an extra egg in the mixture.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 618Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 23gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 289mgCarbohydrates: 67gFiber: 5gSugar: 42gProtein: 10g
Thanks for stopping by! "Hulasquatch" is the ultimate blend of adventure and chill! Part wild explorer, part laid-back Floridian, and always ready to hula through life’s adventures. Come along for the adventure as we explore Florida & beyond. Discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations, testing out cool gear, eating & creating fantastic food along the way. Happy wandering!
This looks delicious! Can’t wait to try!
Alissa, let us know how you like it!
This sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try it this summer! Thank you!
You will love it!
Mmm this sounds delicious and is such a Unique twist on a common breakfast! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! It is the perfect breakfast!
Dang, this looks and sounds amazing! You know I’m gonna try it.
Yah! Lemme know how you like it!
Oh wow this is a such a fun recipe! What a way to upgrade the breakfast camping experience!
Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy it!
This looks amazing! Love the step-by-step photos. This one I have to try.
Thank you! Hope you enjoy it!
looks so tasty! and I appreciate all the advice for subbing ingredients, that is helpful for those of us with dietary restrictions! 🙂
Thank you! I struggle with dairy & love a recipe with non-dairy swaps!
This is going on my camping list! Sounds amazing!
Let us know how you liked it!
This looks so good!
Maddie, it’s delicious!
OMG, this is the most crazy awesome french toast recipe I ever found. I can’t wait to find out what it tastes like when I make it, but I already know it’s delish just from reading your instructions!
Heidi, THIS pina colada french toast is ridiculously good! Enjoy!
This sounds soooo good! I can’t wait to try it!
Yayyy! We hope you love it as much as we do!
Yummmmm, Penny! You guys always come up with the best recipes!
Thanks so much!