Custard-y French Toast

These 3 recipes listed below consisting of Custard-y French Toast, Macerated Mixed Berries, and Vanilla Whipped Cream is SO BEYOND a breakfast meal, it’s even beyond a dessert meal. It is RICH, honey! I licked the plate afterwards….

Custard-y French Toast Recipe

Ingredients:

Loaf of brioche bread, stale (10ish slices)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Butter for serving and pan-frying- I use salted, you can use unsalted or salted!
Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions:

In a large bowl, mix together whipping cream, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, & cinnamon. Dip each slice of brioche bread into the custard mixture, making sure both sides are well coated. Allow the bread to soak for about 20-30 seconds on each side, depending on how thick your bread slices are.

In a large pan, melt a 2-3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Place the soaked bread slices onto the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Repeat this process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.

Macerated Mixed Berries Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

Rinse and dry the berries. Cut strawberries & blackberries if using.

In a medium-large bowl, add berries and then add sugar and lemon juice. Gently toss to fully coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 mins - 4 hours. Stir occasionally for even flavoring.

Vanilla Whipped Cream Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar (adjust to taste)

Instructions:

Chill mixing bowl and beaters. Beat cold cream until soft peaks form. Add vanilla, then gradually sprinkle in sugar while beating. Beat until stiff peaks form, being cautious not to over-whip. Serve immediately or store in the fridge.

Assembly

Place 2-3 pieces of French Toast on a plate. If you’re gluttonous like me, spread liberally with salted or unsalted butter. Add a healthy spoonful of macerated berries. Drizzle with hot maple syrup. Dollop with vanilla whipped cream and then have a BALL!!