Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with a fun and delicious twist on a classic favorite! These French Toast Kebabs with Foil Packet Blackberry Sauce are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making them the perfect dish for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast. Imagine golden-brown cubes of French toast skewered and drizzled with a luscious blackberry sauce that’s as easy to make as it is to devour. Ready to impress your taste buds and your guests? Dive into this delightful recipe that promises to be a showstopper on your table!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of French bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup blackberries
- 2 tbsp sugar
- Skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Cut French bread into 1-inch thick cubes, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking and skewering.
- Create French toast batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Soak bread cubes: Dip each bread cube into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage. Allow excess batter to drip off before transferring to a prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare blackberry sauce: In a small aluminum foil packet, combine blackberries and sugar. Seal packet tightly, creating a secure pouch for cooking.
- Preheat cooking surface: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Cook French toast cubes: Gently place batter-coated bread cubes onto heated surface. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare foil packet: Place sealed blackberry packet on a separate section of the cooking surface or grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes, occasionally turning to distribute heat.
- Assemble kebabs: Once bread cubes are cooled slightly, carefully thread them onto skewers, leaving small spaces between cubes.
- Create sauce: Open foil packet and gently mash blackberries to create a rustic sauce. If desired, strain for smoother consistency.
- Serve: Arrange French toast kebabs on a platter, drizzle with warm blackberry sauce, and optionally dust with powdered sugar or additional cinnamon.
Tips
- Use Stale Bread: For the best texture, use slightly stale French bread. It absorbs the egg mixture better and won’t fall apart during cooking.
- Customize Your Flavors: Feel free to experiment with different spices in the batter, such as nutmeg or cardamom, to add a unique twist to your French toast.
- Don’t Rush the Soaking: Make sure to soak the bread cubes long enough to absorb the batter, but not so long that they become mushy. A quick dip on all sides is ideal.
- Perfect Your Cooking Temperature: Keep the heat at medium to ensure the French toast cooks through without burning. If the skillet gets too hot, the outside will brown too quickly, leaving the inside soggy.
- Check the Blackberry Sauce: If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the blackberries after mashing. You can also add a splash of lemon juice for a tangy kick!
- Presentation Matters: When assembling the kebabs, alternate between bread cubes and fresh blackberries or even bananas for added color and flavor.
- Serve Immediately: For the best taste and texture, serve the kebabs right after cooking while they are warm and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 185mg
