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Combine water with ground cinnamon and cinnamon sticks in a pot. Bring to a boil until it becomes a cinnamon infusion. Optionally, add lemon and orange peel to make syrup.
Slice the milk bread and place the slices on a tray.
Allow the cinnamon infusion to cool slightly, then soak the bread slices in it. After about five minutes, flip them over and soak again.
Heat the sunflower oil and beat the eggs. Once the bread is very soft, dip it in the beaten eggs.
Fry the bread in the hot oil. Prepare a tray with white sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon mixed well. Coat the torrijas in this sugar mixture.
Let the torrijas rest before serving.
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For a citrusy twist, add lemon and orange peel to the cinnamon infusion.
Can I use a different type of bread?
Yes, you can use any soft bread, but milk bread is recommended for its texture.
What oil is best for frying torrijas?
Sunflower oil is recommended, but any neutral oil with a high smoke point will work.
How do I prevent the bread from breaking while frying?
Ensure the bread is soaked just enough to be soft but not falling apart, and handle gently.
Can I make the cinnamon infusion ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the infusion in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
Is it necessary to coat the torrijas in sugar?
Coating in sugar adds sweetness and texture, but you can skip it if you prefer less sweetness.
