Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Recipe

There's nothing quite like waking up on a lazy weekend morning to the sweet aroma of breakfast cooking in the kitchen. And if you're looking for a dish that's sure to impress your family or friends, then look no further than this recipe for Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast. This indulgent and delicious breakfast treat is perfect for special occasions or just for a leisurely weekend brunch. And the best part? It's surprisingly easy to make, despite its decadent appearance.

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French toast is a classic breakfast dish that has been enjoyed for generations. Whether you prefer it plain, with a dusting of powdered sugar, or with a drizzle of maple syrup, it's a dish that never fails to satisfy. But when you add a layer of creamy, tangy cream cheese and a generous serving of fresh, juicy strawberries, you take this humble breakfast favorite to a whole new level of decadence.

The key to making this Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast is in the preparation. The bread needs to be soaked in a rich, custardy mixture to ensure that each slice is moist and flavorful. Then, the cream cheese and strawberry filling is sandwiched in between two slices of the soaked bread, creating a gooey, melty center that is absolutely irresistible.

Once the French toast is cooked to golden perfection, it's topped with even more fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, adding a beautiful finishing touch to this stunning dish. The contrast of the warm, buttery French toast with the cold, sweet strawberries is a match made in breakfast heaven.

So, if you're looking to treat yourself or your loved ones to a truly indulgent breakfast experience, give this recipe for Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast a try. With its creamy, sweet filling and its golden, crispy exterior, it's sure to become a new family favorite in no time. And the best part? You don't have to be a chef to create this impressive looking dish - just follow the simple instructions and get ready to enjoy a breakfast that's guaranteed to impress.

12 slices home-style white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, divided
2 (8 ounce) packages cold cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 ½ cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups half-and-half
12 large eggs
⅓ cup pure maple syrup
1 cup white sugar
1 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon butter

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Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
Additional Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 9 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Arrange half the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish. Evenly distribute cream cheese cubes over the bread cube layer; sprinkle 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries atop cream cheese layer. Layer the remaining bread cubes over strawberry layer.

Pour half-and-half into a blender; pulse for a few seconds. Blend eggs into half-and-half until fully incorporated. Add maple syrup and blend until smooth. Pour mixture evenly over bread mixture. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.

Remove baking dish from refrigerator 45 minutes before baking.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Bake the covered casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until French toast is puffed and golden brown, about 30 more minutes.

Stir sugar, water, and cornstarch together in a small saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat until mixture has thickened, about 5 minutes. Mix in 1 cup sliced strawberries; cook and stir until strawberries have softened, about 10 minutes. Add butter; stir until melted. Serve hot over French toast.

Nutrition

433 cal.

Total Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 245mg
Sodium: 376mg
Total Carbohydrate: 42g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 25g
Protein: 13g
Vitamin C: 21mg
Calcium: 149mg
Iron: 3mg
Potassium: 261mg

How to Make Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast - A Step-by-Step Guide

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Nutrition

433 cal.

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