Vanilla-Maple French Toast with Warm Berry Preserves

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Vanilla-Maple French Toast with Warm Berry Preserves
45 min.
6
370kcal

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Indulge in a delightful morning treat with our Vanilla-Maple French Toast with Warm Berry Preserves. This vegetarian dish is perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy breakfast at home, offering a deliciously sweet start to your day. Imagine sinking your teeth into thick slices of French bread, perfectly soaked in a rich custard made from eggs, milk, and a hint of vanilla, then cooked to golden perfection on a griddle.

The addition of maple syrup not only enhances the flavor but also adds a touch of warmth that complements the luscious berry preserves. Each bite is a harmonious blend of creamy, sweet, and fruity notes that will leave you craving more. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe serves six, making it an ideal choice for family breakfasts or brunch with friends.

Not only is this dish a feast for the taste buds, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, ensuring you can enjoy it guilt-free. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates makes it a satisfying meal that will keep you energized throughout the day. So gather your loved ones, whip up this scrumptious Vanilla-Maple French Toast, and create cherished memories around the breakfast table!

Ingredients

  • servings poached berries 
  • 12.8 inch bread french
  • 0.3 cup butter melted ()
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup 
  • servings maple syrup 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 
  • 2.3 cups milk whole 2% reduced-fat ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in milk.
  2. Add 1/3 cup maple syrup, sugar, vanilla, and salt; whisk to blend. Divide custard between two 13x9x2-inch glass baking dishes. Arrange bread in single layer in dishes.
  3. Let soak 10 minutes. Turn over, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  4. Heat large griddle or heavy large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, brush griddle with some butter.
  5. Add soaked bread; cook until brown on bottom, about 4 minutes. Turn French toast over; cook until bottoms are brown, about 4 minutes.
  6. Transfer to plates.
  7. Serve with additional syrup and Warm Berry Preserves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories370kcal
Protein13.03%
Fat41.69%
Carbs45.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.93
Glycemic Load
18.92
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.766521737546%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Petunidin
0.18mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Malvidin
0.5mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:369.55kcal
18.48%
Fat:17.04g
26.21%
Saturated Fat:8.66g
54.12%
Carbohydrates:41.63g
13.88%
Net Carbohydrates:41.49g
15.09%
Sugar:36.13g
40.15%
Cholesterol:276.84mg
92.28%
Sodium:516.08mg
22.44%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:11.99g
23.97%
Vitamin B2:0.94mg
55.19%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.34%
Selenium:23.69µg
33.84%
Phosphorus:231.2mg
23.12%
Calcium:196.33mg
19.63%
Vitamin B12:1.1µg
18.29%
Vitamin D:2.33µg
15.51%
Vitamin A:741.45IU
14.83%
Vitamin B5:1.38mg
13.83%
Zinc:1.56mg
10.4%
Folate:38.01µg
9.5%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.46%
Potassium:324.41mg
9.27%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.75%
Iron:1.42mg
7.88%
Magnesium:28.95mg
7.24%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.5%
Copper:0.06mg
2.92%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.25%
Vitamin K:1.34µg
1.27%
Source:Epicurious