Pain Perdu Recipe

Name: Pain Perdu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (16-ounce) French bread loaves; 8 large eggs; 4 cups whipping cream; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 to 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 4 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups Champagne; 2 cups cane syrup; 4 cups raspberries and blueberries; 4 tablespoons cream cheese (optional); Garnish: powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 (16-ounce) French bread loaves
8 large eggs
4 cups whipping cream
1 cup sugar
1/2 to 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups Champagne
2 cups cane syrup
4 cups raspberries and blueberries
4 tablespoons cream cheese (optional)
Garnish: powdered sugar

1
Cut bread into 24 (3/4-inch-thick) diagonal slices.
2
Whisk together eggs and next 5 ingredients until well blended.
3
Place bread slices in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish; pour egg mixture evenly over slices. Let stand 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4
Remove bread slices from egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Cook bread slices, in batches, in a lightly greased nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat 2 minutes on each side or until golden.
5
Place bread slices on baking sheets; keep warm in a 200u00b0 oven.
6
Cook Champagne in a large saucepan over high heat until reduced by half. Gradually stir in syrup; cook over low heat until blended and warm.
7
Arrange bread slices on serving plates; top with raspberries, blueberries and, if desired, cream cheese. Drizzle evenly with syrup mixture. Garnish, if desired.

1628

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 (16-ounce) French bread loaves, 8 large eggs, 4 cups whipping cream, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Pain Perdu falls under the General 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.

Pain Perdu

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