Toutons
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Vegetarian Canadian

Toutons

Golden Newfoundland-style fried bread cakes with a crisp, buttery exterior and a soft, chewy center. Serve them warm with molasses and butter for a classic Canadian breakfast.

45 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Pour in the lukewarm water and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 6 to 8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
2
Place the dough in a lightly buttered bowl, cover, and rest in a warm, draft-free place for 60 to 75 minutes, until doubled in size and puffy.
3
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a thick round about 1 cm deep, then rest the rounds for 10 minutes while the skillet heats.
4
Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add half the butter and swirl until melted and lightly foaming, but not browned.
5
Sauté 4 dough rounds for 4 to 5 minutes per side, adding more butter as needed, until deeply golden and cooked through. The centers should feel springy and register about 93°C if checked with an instant-read thermometer. Repeat with the remaining rounds.
Golden toutons frying in a buttered skillet AI-generated image
6
Serve the toutons immediately while warm, with molasses for drizzling and extra butter if desired.
Warm toutons served with molasses and butter AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

A simple yeast dough gives toutons their characteristic tender chew, while a shallow buttered sauté creates the browned crust associated with this Newfoundland classic. Molasses adds a deep, lightly bitter counterpoint to the rich bread.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in a single layer for up to 2 months, then transfer to a freezer bag.

How to reheat it

Reheat refrigerated or thawed toutons in a lightly buttered skillet over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until hot and crisp. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it softens the crust.

Nutrition / serving

650kcal
13.72 gprotein
116.91 gcarbs
13.58 gfat
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Published 15 Aug 2026 · updated 16 Aug 2026