Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Friendsgiving Raspberry & Mascarpone French Toast. This delightful dish features thick slices of buttery brioche or challah, expertly soaked in a creamy custard and filled with luscious mascarpone cheese and fresh raspberries. Perfect for a festive brunch, this recipe is sure to leave your guests enchanted and asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds per side.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt butter to coat the pan.
- Cook each slice for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Spread mascarpone cheese between two slices of French toast and top with fresh raspberries. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Use high-quality brioche or challah for the best texture. Feel free to adjust sweetness by adding more sugar to the custard. Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or peaches for a seasonal twist.