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Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Recipe

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Decadent strawberry cheesecake French toast is the perfect indulgent breakfast or brunch treat! Creamy cheesecake filling is sandwiched between slices of bread, dipped in a rich egg mixture, and cooked to golden perfection. Top it with fresh strawberries and syrup for a dish that feels fancy but is easy to make.

Ingredients

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For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the French Toast:

  • 8 slices of thick bread (brioche or challah work best)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)

For the Strawberry Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Optional Toppings:

  • Maple syrup
  • Whipped cream
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Make the Cheesecake Filling:
    • In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • Prepare the Strawberry Topping:
    • In a small bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate while preparing the French toast.
  • Assemble the French Toast:
    • Spread a generous layer of cheesecake filling onto 4 slices of bread.
    • Top with the remaining 4 slices to make sandwiches.
  • Prepare the Egg Mixture:
    • In a shallow bowl or pie dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Cook the French Toast:
    • Heat 1 tbsp of butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
    • Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated but not overly soaked.
    • Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as needed for subsequent batches.
  • Assemble and Serve:
    • Top each French toast sandwich with the macerated strawberries.
    • Add optional toppings like maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar for an extra special touch.

Notes

  • Substitute fresh strawberries with frozen ones if out of season; simply heat them with sugar and lemon juice to create a quick compote.
  • For a fun twist, add a spoonful of strawberry jam to the cheesecake filling.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/strawberry-cheesecake-french-toast-recipe/