French toast with berries maple (Printable)

Fluffy custard-soaked bread slices topped with vibrant berries and drizzled with pure maple syrup.

# What You Need:

→ Custard

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Bread

08 - 8 slices brioche or challah bread, about 3/4 inch thick

→ For Cooking

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Toppings

10 - 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
11 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
12 - Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully blended.
02 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking each side for 10 to 15 seconds, then allow excess to drip off.
04 - Place the custard-soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, adding more butter as needed and cooking in batches.
05 - Arrange the golden slices on plates, top generously with fresh berries, drizzle with maple syrup, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to make breakfast or brunch option
  • Delicious combination of fresh berries and maple syrup
02 -
  • For dairy-free, substitute plant-based milk and butter alternatives
  • Use stale bread for best texture as it soaks up more custard without falling apart
03 -
  • Use stale bread to prevent sogginess and improve texture
  • Cook in batches to maintain skillet temperature and even browning
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