Brioche French Toast With Fresh Berry Compote

Name: Brioche French Toast With Fresh Berry Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mixed berry, sliced -about 4 cups (such as strawberries and raspberries); 1/4 cup sugar, plus; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons water; 6 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice; unsalted butter, for the griddle; 12 slices brioche bread, cut into 3/4 inch slices, from 2 small loaves; creme fraiche, for serving

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh mixed berry, sliced -about 4 cups (such as strawberries and raspberries)
1/4 cup sugar, plus
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
6 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
unsalted butter, for the griddle
12 slices brioche bread, cut into 3/4 inch slices, from 2 small loaves
creme fraiche, for serving

1
Preheat oven to 225 degrees F.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine fresh berries with 1/4 cup sugar and the water and bring to a simmer.
3
Cook over moderate heat , stirring occasionally, until the berries have softened and released their juices and the sugar has dissolved completely, about 8 minutes.
4
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the heavy cream, the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar and the cinnamon, ginger and allspice.
5
Transfer the cream and egg mixture to a 9x13 baking dish.
6
Heat a large cast-iron griddle over moderate heat and lightly butter it.
7
Working in batches, dip half of the brioche slices in the cream and egg mixture, turning them once, until the slices are moistened but not soggy.
8
Transfer the soaked brioche slices to the griddle and cook them over moderate heat, turning once, until they are golden on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes.
9
Transfer the finished French toast to a baking sheet, cover loosely with foil and keep warm in the oven while you soak and cook the remaining brioche slices.
10
Transfer the French toast to plates and serve right away, accompanied by the warm berry compote and creme fraiche.

410

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh mixed berry, sliced -about 4 cups (such as strawberries and raspberries), 1/4 cup sugar, plus, 3 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Brioche French Toast With Fresh Berry Compote falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!