Darlings, let me tell you about a breakfast recipe that’s about to make your taste buds dance and your Instagram followers drool! This isn’t your basic avocado toast (though we love those too) – we’re talking about a Caramelized French Toast Soufflé with Berry Compote that’ll make you feel like you’re dining at a luxury hotel in Paris.
Let me spill the tea on this heavenly creation that I’ve perfected after countless Sunday morning experiments (and yes, my kitchen has seen some interesting failures along the way 😅).
Ingredients (because we’re fancy like that):
– 6 thick slices of brioche bread
– 4 large eggs
– 1½ cups heavy cream
– 1 vanilla bean (or 2 tsp vanilla extract if you’re keeping it real)
– ¼ cup brown sugar
– 2 tbsp butter
– A pinch of sea salt
– A dash of cinnamon
For the berry compote:
– 2 cups mixed berries
– 3 tbsp honey
– Zest of one lemon
– 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Ladies (and gents), grab your aprons because things are about to get serious!
Instructions:
1. First things first, let’s prep our bread. Cut those brioche slices into cute little cubes – about 1-inch pieces. Spread them on a baking sheet and let them get slightly stale for about an hour (trust me on this one!).
1. While your bread is doing its thing, whisk those eggs like they owe you money! Add in the heavy cream, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. This is our magical custard base.
1. Here’s where the magic happens: In a large skillet, melt that butter until it’s bubbling (kind of like your excitement right now). Add the brown sugar and let it caramelize until it looks like liquid gold.
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1. Now, pour that caramel mixture over your bread cubes and gently toss. Pour your custard mixture over everything and let it soak for about 15 minutes.
1. For the compote (because we’re extra like that), combine your berries, honey, and lemon in a saucepan. Let it simmer until it’s thick and gorgeous – about 10 minutes.
1. Transfer everything to a buttered baking dish and pop it in a preheated 350°F oven for about 45 minutes, or until it’s puffed up like your confidence after nailing this recipe.
The result? A breakfast so Instagram-worthy, your followers will think you hired a personal chef! The outside is perfectly crispy, while the inside stays custardy and dreamy. Top it with that berry compote, a dusting of powdered sugar, and maybe a drizzle of maple syrup if you’re feeling particularly indulgent (and honey, you should!).
Can we talk about how this recipe is perfect for those lazy weekend mornings when you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen? It’s giving main character energy, and I’m here for it! 💁♀️
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Until next time, keep cooking with love (and a little sass)! 💋
