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French Toast Cups with Berries by Claire Thompson
Updated: November 18, 2024
Originally Published: July 12, 2011
Today, I found myself yearning for the weekend, even though it’s only Wednesday. With two more days until the weekend, it feels more like five, given my workload. While I’m not complaining—my job is fulfilling—it’s been quite a busy week. Thus, I opted to prepare something a bit unconventional for dinner: a delightful brunch-inspired dish. French toast has always held a special place in my heart since childhood. Whenever I crave breakfast, French toast is my go-to comfort food.
However, this isn’t your standard French toast. Instead, I made decadent French toast cups filled with berries. Each cup is an individual serving, eliminating the need for sharing. This is particularly beneficial in my household, where preferences for berries vary widely. Personally, I enjoy blackberries, but strawberries are not my favorite, and my children aren’t fond of blackberries. These individual cups allow everyone to enjoy their preferred fruit.
The recipe is straightforward. It starts with a custardy mixture poured over cubes of day-old bread—an ingredient I absolutely adore. Day-old bread is not only economical but also versatile. If you haven’t explored the day-old bread section at your local grocery store, it’s time to check it out for some great finds.
Once all the components are combined, I carefully place them into the cups. Berries are delicate, so I took the time to position them thoughtfully in each cup, ensuring they wouldn’t get bruised. Aesthetics matter when it comes to food presentation.
As the cups baked, the aroma of vanilla and sugar filled the air, creating a sense of anticipation in the household. The children grew increasingly restless, but the wait was well worth it. The final product was crisp and buttery on the outside, with a custard-like interior, and bursts of fruit flavor in each bite.
If I closed my eyes while savoring these treats, I could almost convince myself it was indeed the weekend. The taste was undeniably indulgent. If you share my passion for brunch-style dishes, consider trying this recipe this weekend—or any day, really. After all, who says brunch has to be confined to just the weekend?
Berry French Toast Cups
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 16 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 loaf of day-old bread (Italian works well), cubed
- 1 stick of butter, melted
- 1 cup light cream
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh berries (your choice)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a muffin pan with liners or grease the muffin tin directly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, cream, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, gently tossing to ensure they are well-coated.
- Fill each muffin well halfway with the mixture. Place berries in the center and cover with more bread cubes until full.
- Top each cup with additional berries.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown and the egg is set.
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Summary:
French Toast Cups with Berries are a delightful and customizable dish perfect for brunch or any day of the week. With a simple recipe using day-old bread, a custard mixture, and your choice of berries, these individual servings ensure that everyone can enjoy their favorite flavors while indulging in a comforting treat.
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