Yogurt Toast with Fresh Berries and Custard Recipe

Introduction

Yogurt toast is a delightful and nourishing twist on traditional toast, combining creamy Greek yogurt custard with fresh berries atop thick bread slices. This easy recipe bakes to a golden finish, making it a perfect breakfast or snack that feels both indulgent and wholesome.

Ingredients

• 2 thick slices of bread such as brioche, wheat, or sourdough
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup, agave, honey, or melted chocolate, plus more for drizzling
• Pinch of cinnamon
• Blueberries, strawberries, and/or raspberries, for topping
• Optional for serving: powdered sugar, toasted oats, dried coconut, chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400ºF or an air fryer to 375ºF. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, egg, maple syrup, and cinnamon until smooth.
2. Step 2: Using your fingers or the back of a spoon, gently press into the center of each bread slice to create a well without tearing the bread. Divide the yogurt custard evenly between the two wells.
3. Step 3: Top the custard-filled bread with your choice of berries, such as blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.
4. Step 4: If using the oven, place the prepared bread slices on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, until the custard is set and the bread is golden brown.
5. Step 5: If using an air fryer, carefully place the bread slices in the air fryer basket and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the custard is set and the bread is golden brown.
6. Step 6: Transfer to a plate and drizzle with extra maple syrup, honey, or melted chocolate. Optionally, finish with a dusting of powdered sugar or a sprinkle of toasted oats, dried coconut, or chocolate shavings.

Tips & Variations

• Use sturdy bread like brioche or sourdough to hold the custard without becoming soggy.
• Swap berries for sliced peaches or bananas for a different fruit twist.
• Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for an indulgent flavor boost.
• Add a dash of vanilla extract to the custard for extra aroma.

Storage

Yogurt toast is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in a toaster oven or air fryer at low heat to maintain crispness. Avoid microwaving to keep the texture intact.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?

Greek yogurt is thicker and creates a firmer custard, but you can use regular yogurt. Just drain excess liquid if possible to avoid watery custard.

Is this recipe suitable for vegans?

This recipe uses egg and dairy Greek yogurt, so it is not vegan. You could try a plant-based yogurt and an egg substitute, but results may vary and custard may not set the same way.

Yogurt Toast with Fresh Berries and Custard Recipe

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Yogurt Toast is a delightful and nutritious breakfast or snack option featuring thick bread slices filled with a creamy Greek yogurt custard, topped with fresh berries and sweet drizzle. This easy recipe combines the richness of baked custard with the freshness of seasonal fruits, finished with optional sprinklings like toasted oats or chocolate shavings for extra texture and flavor.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Bread and Custard

• 2 thick slices of bread such as brioche, wheat, or sourdough
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup, agave, honey, or melted chocolate, plus more for drizzling
• Pinch of cinnamon

Toppings

• Blueberries, strawberries, and/or raspberries, for topping
• Powdered sugar (optional)
• Toasted oats (optional)
• Dried coconut (optional)
• Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Mix Custard: Preheat your oven to 400ºF or an air fryer to 375ºF. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, egg, maple syrup (or chosen sweetener), and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
2. Create Bread Wells: Using your fingers or the back of a spoon, press into the center of each slice of bread carefully to make an indentation or well without tearing the bread, creating space for the custard filling.
3. Fill Bread with Custard and Add Berries: Evenly divide the yogurt custard mixture between the two bread slices, filling the wells. Then, top each slice generously with your choice of fresh berries like blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.
4. Bake or Air Fry: If using an oven, place the prepared bread slices on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, until the custard is set and the bread turns golden brown. If using an air fryer, carefully place the bread slices in the air fryer basket and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until set and golden.
5. Finish and Serve: Transfer the baked or air-fried yogurt toast onto plates. Drizzle with additional maple syrup, honey, or melted chocolate as desired. Optionally, finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and sprinkle with toasted oats, dried coconut, or chocolate shavings for added texture and flavor.

Notes

• You can vary the bread type based on preference; brioche offers richness while sourdough adds tanginess.
• The filling mixture must be handled carefully to avoid tearing the bread when creating the wells.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, the oven method works just as well.
• Additional toppings like toasted oats and dried coconut add nice texture contrasts but are optional.
• Adjust sweetness levels by modifying the amount or type of sweetener used in the custard and drizzling.

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