If you are one of those who starts counting the days until Easter just for the pleasure of sinking your teeth into a good torrija, you are in luck. For a couple of days, Mercadona has once again placed frozen French toast on its shelves, thus ahead of the official calendar so that you don’t have to wait until the end of March to satisfy your craving.
The packaging, which includes four units, remains a very competitive option in the market, with a price of 6.20 euros, which leaves the unit at a more than reasonable 1.55 euros.
How does Mercadona achieve that ‘freshly made’ touch?
The great secret of this product, made by the Madrid company Mercapastry, is its versatility. As they come already fried and frozen, the key is in the defrosting process. The official recommendation is to take them out of the freezer nine hours before and put them in the refrigerator, leaving them after half an hour at room temperature.
However, if you are one of those who prefers to enjoy this dessert warm and with a juicier texture, the trick that is sweeping social networks is to use the air fryer. With just a few minutes at a gentle temperature, you will have that aroma of cinnamon, sugar and citrus that is reminiscent of our grandmothers’ kitchens, but without staining a single utensil.
Is it worth it this year?
This is the million dollar question. If we compare the data, we will see that the price has experienced a small adjustment: if in 2023 they cost 5.50 euros, and last year they rose to 6 euros, the current 6.20 euros reflect the upward trend of the shopping basket. Despite this, for 1.55 euros per unit, they remain an unbeatable option for those who do not have time to fry bread, soak milk and monitor the syrup at home.
Of course, we must remember that once thawed, they cannot be frozen again. And the same company recommends consuming them within a maximum period of four days, keeping them in the refrigerator to ensure their quality.
Although torrijas have centuries of history behind them, they have been documented since the 16th century, and Mercadona’s ability to democratize this dessert is undeniable. They are the perfect treat for any snack.