Brioche French Toast with Fresh Berry Compote

BLD Restaurant's pastry chef, Mariah Swan, bakes buttery brioche for this crisp French toast, which she tops with a warm berry compote. The compote comes together in less than 10 minutes but tastes surprisingly complex for something so quick.

Nutrition Information

155 Calories

18g Carbohydrates

26g Protein

766mg Potassium

7g Fiber

10g Sugar

Ingredients

1 pound mixed fresh berries, such as strawberries and raspberries, sliced (4 cups)
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
6 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
Unsalted butter, for the griddle
12 (3/4-inch-thick) slices of brioche (from 2 small loaves)
Crème fraîche, for serving