Mascarpone French Toast with Warm Blackberry Syrup

Heat a charcoal grill to medium-high (450°) or set up a camp stove and use medium heat.

Whisk egg, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp. vanilla together in a large bowl.

Stir mascarpone, remaining 1 tsp. vanilla, and the liqueur together in another bowl. Spread mascarpone mixture over 4 bread slices; top with remaining slices.

Cook maple syrup and berries in a small covered saucepan until berries start to break down, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

Heat a large heavy frying pan or 2 smaller ones; swirl butter in pan(s). Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, then cook, turning once, until crisp and browned, 4 to 8 minutes total. Serve French toast with syrup and bacon.