Celebrate your love for America with this patriotic French toast recipe. Made with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup, this dish is bursting with flavor and color. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, every bite of this French toast is a delight. Perfect for a festive breakfast or brunch, this recipe is quick and easy to make, ensuring you can start your day with a burst of patriotism.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- Maple syrup for serving
Directions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side. Make sure to coat the bread evenly.
- Place the coated bread slices onto the skillet or griddle and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Once done, transfer the French toast to a plate.
- In the same skillet or griddle, melt the remaining butter.
- Add the sliced strawberries and blueberries to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the fruits are slightly softened.
- Top each slice of French toast with the cooked strawberries and blueberries.
- Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately.
- Enjoy your patriotic French toast!
Interesting Facts
French toast is believed to have originated in ancient Rome and was known as "Pan Dulcis."
In France, French toast is called "Pain Perdu," which translates to "lost bread" because it was a way to use stale or leftover bread.
French toast can be traced back to Medieval times when it was considered a dish for the wealthy.
The first recorded recipe for French toast appeared in a cookbook in the 4th century.