Just happens to be coconut extract! Using this tasty alternative to vanilla along with topping the French toast with homemade mixed berry syrup did wonders to give a twist to this classic breakfast. I cut the recipe in half and it was perfect for serving 4, but use the recipe as posted if you plan on feeding some sort of crowd (whether it be family or friends, or some angry mob you need to calm down). I want to someday try this recipe with almond extract- could be just as successful! I woke up early while visiting my grandparents to surprise them with this morning treat and they gobbled it right up.
Coconut French Toast with Mixed Berry Syrup
Coconut French Toast
What's Inside:
-8 slices white or wheat bread
-6 eggs, lightly beaten
-2 cups fat free half and half
-1 tbsp. coconut extract
-1 tsp ground cinnamon
-1/2 tsp nutmeg
-2 tbsp brown sugar
How to Make It:
-In a bowl, combine eggs, half-and-half, coconut extract, nutmeg and brown sugar until well-mixed
-Soak each slice of bread for at least a couple of minutes in the mixture, making sure both sides are well-coated
-Preheat a griddle. When hot, cook bread in batches until golden brown on each side. Transfer to plate and serve with homemade syrup (recipe below)
Mixed Berry Syrup
What's Inside:
-1 cup black/blue/raspberries
-1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar, depending on your preference
-1/2 cup water
How to Make It:
-Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to boil
-Crush the berries with a spoon and allow to simmer for about 3-4 minutes before serving. Allow to simmer longer for thicker syrup
Coconut French Toast with Mixed Berry Syrup
Coconut French Toast
What's Inside:
-8 slices white or wheat bread
-6 eggs, lightly beaten
-2 cups fat free half and half
-1 tbsp. coconut extract
-1 tsp ground cinnamon
-1/2 tsp nutmeg
-2 tbsp brown sugar
How to Make It:
-In a bowl, combine eggs, half-and-half, coconut extract, nutmeg and brown sugar until well-mixed
-Soak each slice of bread for at least a couple of minutes in the mixture, making sure both sides are well-coated
-Preheat a griddle. When hot, cook bread in batches until golden brown on each side. Transfer to plate and serve with homemade syrup (recipe below)
Mixed Berry Syrup
What's Inside:
-1 cup black/blue/raspberries
-1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar, depending on your preference
-1/2 cup water
How to Make It:
-Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to boil
-Crush the berries with a spoon and allow to simmer for about 3-4 minutes before serving. Allow to simmer longer for thicker syrup
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