Cook someone special in your life this tasty brunch recipe. It’s ‘berry’ delicious… try it yourself!

Method

1. To prepare the red berry sauce: Combine all the berries and sugar in a blender and puree until smooth.

2. Strain the berry puree through a fine sieve, discarding the seeds, and into a small saucepan.

3. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Remove from the heat and keep warm while preparing the French toast.

5. To prepare the French toast: Using a fork, beat the eggs in a 13x9 baking dish to blend. Place the slices of brioche in the eggs and let stand for 5 minutes, or until the eggs are absorbed, turning the brioche slices once.

6. Melt the butter on a heavy large griddle pan over medium heat.

7. Add the brioche slices to the hot pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown on the outside and heated through.

8. Meanwhile, stir the sugar and cinnamon on a large plate; set aside. Immediately place the hot French toast in the cinnamon-sugar and turn to coat completely.

9. Divide the French toast among 4 serving plates.

10. Top with a dollop of crème fraîche. Spoon the berry puree over the French toast.

11. Scatter the fresh berries over and serve immediately.