Blueberry-Orange French Toast

Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Blueberry-Orange French Toast
540 min.
16
290kcal

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Start your morning off right with a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite: Blueberry-Orange French Toast. This dairy-free recipe is perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast, serving up to 16 people. Imagine the aroma of freshly baked French toast wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to the table.

What sets this dish apart is the vibrant combination of sweet blueberries and zesty orange marmalade, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. The rich, custardy texture of the French toast, infused with the warmth of nutmeg and vanilla, makes it a comforting choice for any morning meal. Plus, the addition of a homemade blueberry-orange syrup elevates this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness.

With a preparation time of just 540 minutes, much of the work is done overnight, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Simply prepare the ingredients the night before, and let the magic happen while you sleep. When morning arrives, all you need to do is pop it in the oven, and in no time, you’ll have a golden-brown masterpiece ready to impress your guests.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this Blueberry-Orange French Toast is sure to become a beloved recipe in your collection. Get ready to savor the delightful flavors and enjoy the smiles around the table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • cups blueberries fresh frozen organic cascadian farm®
  • 16 slices bread french
  • 0.5 cup orange marmalade 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 1.5 cups frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. In 1-quart saucepan, mix 1/3 cup sugar, the cornstarch and orange juice until smooth; stir in blueberries.
  2. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring often. Boil 3 minutes, stirring often.
  3. Spray jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch, with cooking spray.
  4. Cut lengthwise slit in side of each bread slice, cutting to but not through other edge.
  5. Spread marmalade inside slit.
  6. Place in pan. In large bowl, beat eggs, half-and-half, 1/4 cup sugar, the nutmeg and vanilla until well blended.
  7. Pour over bread; turn slices carefully to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Heat oven to 425°F. Uncover French toast.
  9. Drizzle with melted margarine.
  10. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Serve with Blueberry-Orange Syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein12.56%
Fat18.62%
Carbs68.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.92
Glycemic Load
31.8
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.399130448051%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.57mg
Petunidin
5.83mg
Delphinidin
6.55mg
Malvidin
12.5mg
Peonidin
3.75mg
Catechin
0.98mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.46mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
1.43mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.22kcal
14.51%
Fat:6.08g
9.35%
Saturated Fat:1.46g
9.14%
Carbohydrates:50.54g
16.85%
Net Carbohydrates:48.6g
17.67%
Sugar:18.54g
20.59%
Cholesterol:61.38mg
20.46%
Sodium:448.11mg
19.48%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Protein:9.22g
18.44%
Selenium:23.5µg
33.57%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.49%
Folate:89.71µg
22.43%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.36%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.35%
Vitamin B3:3.2mg
15.99%
Iron:2.87mg
15.95%
Phosphorus:104.08mg
10.41%
Fiber:1.94g
7.75%
Copper:0.13mg
6.58%
Magnesium:24.42mg
6.11%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.11%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.5%
Vitamin C:4.22mg
5.12%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5.02%
Calcium:49.11mg
4.91%
Vitamin A:239.94IU
4.8%
Vitamin K:4.07µg
3.88%
Potassium:125.83mg
3.6%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.54%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.51%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.2%