Teresa's Recipes
Apricot Crisp French Toast
Treat yourself to a lavish breakfast or brunch with this sumptuous Apricot Crisp French Toast. This recipe is a delightful blend of creamy apricot preserves enhanced with a hint of cinnamon, all nestled between perfectly toasted bread slices. A crunchy oat topping adds an irresistible texture contrast, culminating in a dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. This dish is a creative twist on the classic French toast, a beloved breakfast staple that has roots in medieval Europe.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 8 Bread slices
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup Apricot preserves
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Breakfast
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 375
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the apricot preserves and cinnamon until well combined.
- Spread an even layer of the apricot-cinnamon mixture onto 4 slices of bread. Place the remaining 4 slices on top to create sandwiches.
- In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. This will be your French toast batter.
- Soak each sandwich in the French toast batter, letting it absorb the mixture for a few seconds on each side.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook your batter-soaked sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
- Transfer the golden-brown sandwiches to a baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over your sandwiches, creating a tasty, crispy topping.
- Bake your sandwiches in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the oat topping is crispy and golden.
- Serve your Apricot Crisp French Toast warm. For an extra burst of flavor, consider topping with additional apricot preserves.
Tips
- For a different flavor profile, try using strawberry or raspberry preserves instead of apricot. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread.