Blender French Toast with Coconut Syrup — Great for a holiday brunch!

Blender French Toast with Coconut Syrup

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 c. milk
¼ tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla
¼ c. + 2 T. flour
1 lg. loaf French bread, sliced thick (about 12-13 slices)
½ c. butter
¾ c. buttermilk
1 c. sugar
½ tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. coconut extract

Directions

For French Toast:
In blender, combine first five ingredients. Blend until mixture is lump-free. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
Quickly dip both sides of bread in mixture and place on greased, hot skillet (heated to 325 degrees). Flip over when browned.
For Coconut Syrup:
Place butter, buttermilk and sugar in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and boil one minute.
Remove from heat and add baking soda and extract, stirring constantly. It will bubble up, so if your pot is small, hold it over the sink to avoid spillage. Continue to stir syrup and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve over almost any breakfast food: waffles, pancakes, French toast, crepes, etc.