Caramelized French Toast With Vanilla Pears Oh My Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Caramelized French Toast with Vanilla Pears! Crispy, caramelized French toast meets perfectly soft, vanilla-infused pears for a breakfast or brunch experience you won't forget. This recipe, inspired by a local newspaper favorite, is easy to follow and delivers amazing flavor.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 516.1 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caramelized French Toast With Vanilla Pears Oh My

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How to Make Caramelized French Toast With Vanilla Pears Oh My

  1. Peel, core, and slice 2 ripe pears.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced pears, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, until pears are tender but still hold their shape.
  4. Remove pears from skillet and set aside on a plate to drain slightly. Pour the pear juices back into the skillet.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook the pear juices for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they thicken and become caramelized.
  6. Remove from heat and set aside.
  7. In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup half-and-half, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  8. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let soak for about 2 minutes per side.
  9. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  10. Place bread slices in the hot skillet, sprinkling 1/2 tablespoon of brown sugar on each side of the bread.
  11. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  12. Serve immediately. Top each slice of French toast with a few caramelized pear slices, a drizzle of the caramel sauce, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

184g

Fat

58g

Carbs

25g