Stuffed French Toast & Fresh Berries with Nutella
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 1 cup cranberries, (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • pinch granulated white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch salt
  • 8 thick slices brioche
  • 1/2 cup Nutella®, divided for filling, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons butter, Thinly sliced
  • for garnish Confectioners’ sugar

Method

  • Step 1

    Add cranberries to the skillet over medium heat with water and a pinch of sugar.

  • Step 2

    Toss cranberries in skillet for 2-3 minutes to soften.

  • Step 3

    Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pinch of salt together in a shallow bowl.

  • Step 4

    In a 10-12 inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

  • Step 5

    Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture, then transfer to a skillet to fry on both sides until golden brown.

  • Step 6

    Set aside slices to prepare to stuff French toast.

  • Step 7

    Spread a thin layer of Nutella on each piece of toast, then cut in half.

  • Step 8

    Add cranberries and strawberries to one half of toast.

  • Step 9

    Next, add the other slice of bread to the top and sprinkle confectioners’ sugar.