Viral Yogurt Custard Toast (Printable version)

Creamy yogurt custard baked toast crowned with fresh fruit for a delightful morning treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices thick-cut brioche or challah bread

→ Yogurt Custard

02 - 2/3 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Fruit Topping

06 - 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
07 - 1/2 cup blueberries
08 - 1/2 banana, sliced

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - Powdered sugar for dusting
10 - 2 teaspoons chopped pistachios or almonds

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the bread slices evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Using the back of a spoon, press down the center of each bread slice to form a shallow well without disrupting the edges.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, egg, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
05 - Divide and spoon the yogurt custard evenly into each bread well.
06 - Add sliced strawberries, blueberries, and banana atop each custard-filled bread slice.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until custard is just set and bread edges turn golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool briefly, then dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle chopped nuts if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent an hour in the kitchen when it takes barely 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • The yogurt custard stays creamy and rich without being heavy, and the warm fruit is nothing like cold toppings.
  • You can throw it together with whatever fruit you have on hand and it always turns out stunning.
02 -
  • Don't overfill the wells or the custard will spread across your baking sheet—learn from my first messy attempt and fill them about three-quarters full.
  • The baking time varies by oven, so start checking at 12 minutes; the custard should be set but not rubbery, which is the line between perfect and overdone.
03 -
  • Slice your fruit just before assembling—this keeps everything fresh and prevents the berries from releasing too much liquid too early.
  • If your bread is on the thin side, press the wells more gently so you don't pierce all the way through.
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