Sweet Cherry French Toast
Elevate your breakfast game with Sweet Cherry French Toast, a luscious twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe pairs golden, buttery slices of thick-cut brioche or challah with a rich, homemade cherry compote made from sweet, juicy cherries simmered with sugar and vanilla. The warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon in the custard mixture make every bite irresistibly cozy, while a finishing touch of powdered sugar and optional maple syrup adds just the right amount of indulgence. Perfect for weekend brunches or special occasions, this quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish and serves four. Delight your taste buds with this fruity, flavorful masterpiece that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 6 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- to taste maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries release their juices and become soft. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not soaked to the point of falling apart.
Place the bread slice onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
To serve, place the cooked French toast slices on a plate and spoon the cherry mixture generously over the top.
Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Sweet Cherry French Toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 949 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.5 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.9 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 618 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1625 mg | 35% | |
*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.
