Tonga Toast Recipe from The Kona Cafe: The Best Breakfast EVER!
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Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort’s Kona Café serves up a delicious, breakfastime delicacy called Tonga Toast. We all love it, and now you can even make it at home! Read on for the recipe.
The Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Tucked inside Disney’s phenomenal Polynesian Village Resort is the fantastic, fan-favorite Kona Café. The Asian-inspired meals, such as exceptional sushi, poke bowls, and the Big Kahuna Burger, are the main events on the dinner menu. During breakfast, guests flock here to enjoy the delicious Macadamia Nut Pancakes and of course…the Tonga Toast! Everybody loves that Tonga Toast.
Located on the second floor of the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village, Kona Café immediately immerses you in pleasant surroundings. The décor fits right in with the rest of the resort and is very on-theme. The tropical flowers dotting the walls and vibrant colors make for a fun atmosphere while having a delicious meal. At the Kona Café, there are plenty of options for guests regardless of whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner time.
Tasty entrees, flavorful desserts, and unique drinks make the Kona Café experience truly outstanding. You’ll really get a feel for Island-inspired cuisine. But let’s talk about breakfast!
Breakfast in Paradise
If you’re dining at the Kona Café for breakfast and you’re a coffee drinker, you should look forward to incredible Kona Coffee served here. Kona Café does breakfast really well – with all kinds of sweet and savory options!
If you love a classic ham and cheese omelet, they’ve got you covered! You can also opt for a little island flavor with a Polynesian egg platter. If you’re on the hunt for a healthier breakfast option, consider trying the to-die-for Spice-Rubbed Salmon Plate with Pan-Asian Accompaniment!
For kids, you’ll find the Mickey Pancakes and Minnie French Toast to some great options. They offer Oatmeal with Dried Cranberries for the kids, too!
You can also indulge with a Liliko‘i Mimosa or keep is alcohol-free (but no less decadent) with a Stitch or Moana Smoothie! There are so many fun options on the menu here – we know you’ll find something for everyone to enjoy.
But what about that Tonga Toast?
It’s Tonga Toast We Love the Most!
It’s time we talk about the main event: the Tonga Toast.
It’s absolutely exquisite and once you taste it, you’ll understand why! Imagine this: heavenly sourdough French toast covered in cinnamon sugar and stuffed with bananas. Tonga Toast comes to your table with an unbelievable Strawberry Compote. You’ll also be able to select your choice of meat to go with it for a well-rounded meal. The entire entrée is allergy-friendly, which we love. It means everyone can enjoy a plate of Tonga Toast!
Fun Fact: The delicious banana-stuffed French toast delight has actually been a staple ever since the 70’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Can you believe it? Well, we can. It’s that good. Even if you’re not super big on sweets in the morning, this is a must-try.
We know how it is when you go home from a vacation and you’re still dreaming of the delicious meals that you’ve had. Now you have to wait until your next Disney trip to enjoy them again! Or….do you?
Today, we’re giving you the full recipe for Tonga Toast so that you can make it at home for your family and friends! Wow everyone’s taste buds by making a delicious replica of the Tonga Toast that Kona Café serves. You’ll feel as though you’ve never left the Grand Ceremonial House!
Simply read along and follow the easy recipe below.
Next, tear into that Tonga Toast and (maybe) share it with your friends!
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Tonga Toast
Tonga Toast is a cherished Disney classic, featuring thick sourdough slices stuffed with ripe bananas, dipped in batter, fried to golden perfection, and dusted with cinnamon-sugar. A delightful breakfast indulgence that captures the essence of Disney magic and is perfect for special occasions or a morning treat.
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 people 1x
Ingredients
Strawberry Compote Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups strawberries (washed and sliced)
- 1/3 cup Coconut milk
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
Cinnamon Sugar Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
Batter Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Tonga Toast Ingredients
- 1 quart canola oil (for frying)
- 1 loaf sourdough bread (uncut, 12 inches long)
- 2 large bananas (peeled)
Instructions
For Strawberry Compote
- Combine strawberries, coconut milk, and sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
For Cinnamon Sugar
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl (large enough to roll toast) with a fork until thoroughly blended. Set aside.
For Batter
- Whip eggs in a medium bowl (large enough to dip toast) until well beaten. Add milk, cinnamon, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
For Tonga Toast
- With caution, preheat oil to 350°F in a large pot or deep fryer. (If using a large pot, use a candy thermometer to ensure the oil does not get any hotter, or it will burn.)
- Slice bread into four 3-inch-thick slices.
- Cut each banana in half crosswise and then again lengthwise.
- One at a time, place each bread slice flat on the counter and tear out just enough from the middle (do not tear all the way through) to stuff two banana quarters into.
- Dip stuffed bread into batter, covering both sides. Allow excess batter to drip off the bread and place carefully into hot oil.
- Cook 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown, turning toast once. Remove and drain excess oil.
- One at a time, roll each piece of toast in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve with chilled strawberry compote.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Polynesian Cuisine
Nutrition
- Calories: 2823
- Sugar: 70
- Sodium: 780
- Fat: 251
- Saturated Fat: 25
- Carbohydrates: 134
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 173
Now that you’ve created and devoured one of the most popular dishes available at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, don’t forget to check back here at MouseEarsTV for more fun recipes and Disney recreations. We love to bring Disney home to you!
If you took a picture of your Tonga Toast recreations, don’t forget to post it on your social media and use the hashtag #MouseEarsTVTongaToast. Your followers will be asking you where they can get that delicious treat! We can’t wait to see your posts and what you’ve whipped up.
Fun Fact: Did you know that Tonga Toast is also served at Capt. Cook’s? That’s right! If you aren’t dining at Kona Café during your stay, check out Capt. Cook’s (also at Disney’s Polynesian) for another opportunity to order Tonga Toast.
And while you’re at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, don’t forget to walk around the awesome gift shops. A lot of the merchandise in the stores in the Grand Ceremonial House is exclusive to the resort and super cool. Check it out!
How did you Tonga Toast turn out? Do you have a request for a copy cat recipe you’d like to see next? Let us know in the comments below!
See you next time!
