Maple Balsamic Glazed French Toast

Ingredients:

For the French Toast:

• 4–6 thick slices of brioche or challah
• 3 eggs
• ½ cup milk (or half & half for extra richness)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp Butter Olive Oil (for the pan)

For the Balsamic Glaze:

• 2 tbsp Vermont Maple Dark Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 cup fresh raspberries (or use mixed berries

Instructions:

• In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
• Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 20 seconds per side.
• Heat a skillet over medium heat and add Butter Olive Oil. Cook soaked bread slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2–3 minutes per side.
• While the toast is cooking, combine Maple Balsamic and maple syrup in a small saucepan over low heat. Add raspberries and gently stir until they start to break down and the mixture is warm and slightly syrupy (3–5 minutes).
• Stack the French toast on plates, spoon the warm maple balsamic berries over the top, and serve immediately.