Description
A decadent twist on French toast featuring rich brioche slices topped with creamy mascarpone and vibrant mixed berries—ideal for a quick yet elegant breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Brioche French Toast:
- 4 slices brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1 cup mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- Maple syrup, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Soak Brioche: Dip brioche slices into the egg mixture, briefly soaking each side.
- Cook French Toast: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook each soaked slice for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prepare Toppings: Optional: Warm the berries in a small saucepan over low heat for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Assemble: Top the cooked French toast with mascarpone cheese and spoon the mixed berries over. Drizzle with maple syrup and serve warm.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread for better texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Add citrus zest to the mascarpone for a fresh twist.
- Swap mascarpone with Greek yogurt or cream cheese if desired.
- Toast can be frozen and reheated for quick breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices with toppings
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
