Lemon French toast with poached plums

Health score
2%
Lemon French toast with poached plums
30 min.
4
523kcal

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Indulge in a delightful morning treat with our Lemon French Toast topped with poached plums. This recipe combines the comforting flavors of golden, crispy French toast with the sweet and tangy brightness of freshly poached plums, making it a perfect dish for brunch or a leisurely breakfast. Imagine sinking your fork into warm, fluffy slices of brioche infused with zesty lemon, complemented by the luscious syrupy goodness of plums.

Not only does this dish taste heavenly, but it also brings a burst of color to your breakfast table, transforming a simple morning into a delightful feast. The warm notes from the butter and the caramelized sugar pair harmoniously with the refreshing citrus flavors, while the poached plums add a luscious, juicy element that elevates each bite.

In just 30 minutes, you can create this stunning dish that serves four, perfect for sharing with family or friends. Whether you enjoy it as a special weekend treat or a bright start to your day, this Lemon French Toast with poached plums is sure to become a favorite in your breakfast repertoire. Don't forget to add a dollop of crème fraîche or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for that extra indulgence!

Ingredients

  •  eggs beaten
  • 100 ml milk 
  •  lemon zest 
  • tbsp caster sugar 
  • slices bread cut in half diagonally
  • 50 butter 
  • 450 plums halved
  • tbsp juice of lemon 
  • servings whipped cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Mix the eggs, milk, lemon zest and 1 tbsp sugar in a shallow dish.
  2. Add the bread, then turn in the liquid until well soaked.
  3. Put 2 tbsp sugar and 25g butter in a frying pan, then heat gently until the sugar has melted.
  4. Add the plums, then fry until they are softened and the juice is golden brown, about 5 mins.
  5. Add the lemon juice, then heat gently to make a light syrup.
  6. Heat the remaining butter in a large non- stick frying pan, then add the slices of bread and fry on each side until golden brown. Put two slices on each plate, sprinkle with the remaining sugar, then spoon over the plums and their juices.
  7. Serve as they are or with crme frache or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories523kcal
Protein8.12%
Fat48.32%
Carbs43.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.44
Glycemic Load
22.41
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.4500000580497%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.33mg
Peonidin
0.35mg
Catechin
3.25mg
Epigallocatechin
0.27mg
Epicatechin
3.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.86mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.45mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.03mg
Gallocatechin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:522.8kcal
26.14%
Fat:28.7g
44.15%
Saturated Fat:16.61g
103.82%
Carbohydrates:58.22g
19.41%
Net Carbohydrates:56.01g
20.37%
Sugar:38.61g
42.9%
Cholesterol:200.7mg
66.9%
Sodium:334.41mg
14.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.85g
21.69%
Vitamin A:1439.85IU
28.8%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.53%
Vitamin C:14.47mg
17.54%
Calcium:160.6mg
16.06%
Phosphorus:160.38mg
16.04%
Selenium:8.64µg
12.35%
Potassium:386.5mg
11.04%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.23%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.92%
Fiber:2.21g
8.83%
Vitamin K:8.42µg
8.02%
Vitamin E:1.03mg
6.89%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.5%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.11%
Magnesium:23.55mg
5.89%
Vitamin D:0.86µg
5.7%
Iron:1.01mg
5.61%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.61%
Folate:20.58µg
5.15%
Copper:0.1mg
4.91%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.6%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.02%