LIGHTER BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST

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The original recipe for this French toast called for heavy cream and whole eggs, but Nancy Argo of Uniontown, Ohio joined with our Test Kitchen to lighten it up and still keep the delicious taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 cup water
4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 cup egg substitute
1 cup fat-free milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 slices French bread (1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and allspice; stir in water until smooth. Add blueberries; mix well. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat the egg substitute, milk, vanilla and salt. Dip each slice of bread into egg mixture; arrange slices over berries. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until toast is golden brown and blueberries are bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Mark Rivera
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I'm not a fan of French toast, but this recipe changed my mind. The blueberries and cinnamon-sugar topping are a perfect combination.


Thomas White
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it. The French toast is so light and fluffy, and the blueberries are perfectly cooked.


abdulkarim Barre
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fruit you like, and you can even add chocolate chips or nuts.


Adegboyega Taiwo
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat fruit. My kids love the blueberries and always ask for seconds.


Rukhsar Official
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I'm not a fan of cinnamon, so I omitted it from the recipe. The French toast was still delicious.


Salhim Jamal
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Jennifer Dorsey
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a success. It's a great way to start the day!


Alexandra Starlight
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


Krone Neverpromised
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I made this for breakfast this morning, and it was a hit with my kids. They loved the blueberries and the cinnamon-sugar topping.


Micayla Daniels
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover blueberries. I always have a few extra blueberries after making a blueberry pie, and this is a delicious way to use them up.


Ibrahim Abdirisak
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I'm allergic to blueberries, so I substituted raspberries. They worked just as well, and the French toast was still delicious.


Brad Dcunha
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This was my first time making French toast, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the French toast was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lonnie Royal Jr
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I love that this recipe uses whole wheat bread. It makes the French toast a little healthier, but it's still just as delicious.


Madhav Thagunnna
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This recipe is a keeper! The French toast was light and fluffy, and the blueberries were perfectly cooked. I served it with whipped cream and fresh berries, and it was a hit with my guests.


Md Hateu
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I love blueberries, so I was excited to try this recipe. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. The French toast was dry and the blueberries were mushy. I won't be making this again.


Tinna Tapa
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Meh.


Leumiss Sky
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the blueberries were perfectly cooked. I served it with maple syrup and fresh fruit, and it was a hit with my family.


Sheikh Mamun
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I'm not usually a fan of French toast, but this recipe changed my mind. The blueberries added a burst of flavor, and the lighter version was much healthier than traditional French toast. I'll definitely be making this again!


Malik Ahsaan
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This blueberry French toast was a delightful treat! The blueberries were plump and juicy, and the cinnamon-sugar topping added the perfect amount of sweetness. I especially appreciated the lighter version, which used whole wheat bread and reduced the