French Toast (Pain Perdu) with Berry Compote

Ingredients

• 8 Scheiben stale bread (brioche or white bread)
• 2 large eggs
• 250 ml whole milk
• 50 g sugar
• 1 TL vanilla extract
• Prise pinch of salt
• 30 g butter
• 200 g mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
• 2 EL lemon juice
• 1 EL powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
2. Dip each slice of bread into the mixture until well soaked but not falling apart. About 20-30 seconds per side.
3. For the berry compote, bring the berries and lemon juice to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the berries are soft and a compote consistency forms.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter in it.
5. Place the soaked bread slices in the skillet and fry until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Arrange the Pain Perdu on plates, drizzle with the berry compote, and dust with powdered sugar.

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