Blackberry French Toast
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and rich flavors with this Blackberry French Toast recipe, a breakfast classic elevated with a fresh berry twist. Made with thick-sliced brioche or challah, each golden slice is soaked in a luscious custard of eggs, milk, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, then pan-fried to perfection. The star of the show, a warm blackberry compote, is made by simmering juicy blackberries with sugar and vanilla until beautifully thickened, creating the ultimate fruity topping. Perfectly balanced with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, this dish is both elegant and comforting. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe serves four, making it the ideal way to brighten a weekend brunch or celebrate any morning with a touch of decadence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Blackberries
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 8 slices Thick-sliced bread (brioche or challah preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
- as needed Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the blackberries, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Cook the blackberry mixture for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries release their juices and start to thicken. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully combined.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
Dip one slice of bread at a time into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not overly soaked.
Place the coated bread slices onto the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
To serve, stack 2 slices of French toast on a plate and spoon the warm blackberry topping over them.
Garnish with powdered sugar, if desired, and drizzle with maple syrup if you like an extra touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1780 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 955 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 2256 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.8 g | ||
| Protein | 65.6 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 705 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1516 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
