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Strawberry Shortcake Custard Toast Stack Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x

Description

A delightful Strawberry Shortcake Custard Toast Stack combining golden brioche toast soaked in a sweet custard, layered with creamy homemade custard cream and fresh strawberries. This dessert-style breakfast or brunch treat offers a luscious balance of textures and flavors that are both comforting and elegant.

Ingredients

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For the Custard Soaked Toast

  • 4 slices brioche bread
  • 2 eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Custard Cream

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 egg yolk

For the Assembly

  • 1.5 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced

Instructions

  1. Mix custard and soak bread: In a bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 0.5 cup milk, and 2 tablespoons sugar until well combined. Dip each brioche slice into this custard mixture, ensuring both sides are fully soaked but not overly saturated.
  2. Cook toast until golden: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the soaked brioche slices until both sides are golden brown and slightly crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare custard cream on stove: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Whisk continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Temper the mixture by slowly adding a small amount to the egg yolk while whisking, then combine everything back into the saucepan. Continue cooking gently until creamy and thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Layer toast, cream, and strawberries: On a serving plate, place one slice of the toasted brioche, spread a generous layer of custard cream, and add fresh sliced strawberries. Repeat layering with remaining toast, cream, and strawberries to create a stacked effect.
  5. Serve warm: Serve the assembled strawberry shortcake custard toast stack warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use brioche bread for its rich texture and sweetness.
  • Ensure the custard cream is thick enough to hold layers without sliding.
  • Adjust sugar levels to taste depending on strawberry sweetness.
  • Serve immediately for optimal freshness or warm briefly before serving if prepared ahead.
  • This recipe can be doubled or halved as needed for different serving sizes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry shortcake, custard toast, brioche toast, breakfast dessert, strawberry dessert, custard cream

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