French cream cheese and preserves is an exquisite combination that can be enjoyed as part of a savory snack, appetizer, or even dessert. With a variety of flavors to choose from, ranging from sweet and fruity to tangy and savory, you're sure to find a pairing that suits your taste buds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
FRENCH CREAM CHEESE AND PRESERVES
This looks like a small, white cake. Really makes a pretty centerpiece for a brunch when served with croissants, muffins, bagels etc.
Provided by Marie Nixon
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line the bottom and sides of a 4 to 5 cup bowl or cylindrical mold with plastic wrap, leaving enough extra wrap at the top to completely enclose the mold.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the cream cheese and honey until smooth.
- Spoon 1/4 of the cream cheese mixture (8 ounces) into the bottom of the mold.
- Spread the red preserves over this layer, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the perimeter.
- Top with another 1/4 of the cream cheese mixture (8 ounces), and follow with the apricot preserves, again leaving a 1/2 inch border.
- Top with another 1/4 of the cream cheese (8 ounces), followed by the purple preserves, again with a border.
- Smooth on the remaining 8 ounces of cream cheese.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the cream cheese is its original consistency, about 2 hours.
- When you are ready to unmold the cream cheese, tip the cream cheese out of the mold and onto a serving plate or cake stand.
- Unwrap it carefully, and garnish the top with the almonds or edible flowers.
FRENCH TOAST FILLED WITH STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, strawberry preserves, and orange zest until smooth. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and orange liqueur. Pour into a shallow bowl, such as a pie plate. Set aside.
- With a pairing knife, slice a pocket into the side of the bread. Do not cut all of the way through the bread. Fill bread slices with a heaping spoonful of cream cheese mixture.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Dip the filled bread in the egg mixture and place in the skillet to brown on both sides, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining slices.
- Serve hot with additional Strawberry Cream Cheese on the side.
- Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse to combine.
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
French toast stuffed with sweet cinnamon-spiced cream cheese and apricot preserves is the perfect brunch dish to greet your family on a weekend morning.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix cream cheese, brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of the cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla in small bowl until well blended. Spread 2 tablespoons of cream cheese mixture on each of 8 slices of bread. Spread 1 tablespoon of preserves on each of the remaining 8 slices of bread. Press one each of the bread slices together to form 8 sandwiches.
- 2. Beat eggs with wire whisk in 13x9-inch baking dish. Stir in milk, remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon and remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until well blended. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, soaking for 2 minutes on each side.
- 3. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in large nonstick skillet or griddle on medium-low heat. Place 4 of the sandwiches in skillet. Cook 4 to 5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, melting remaining tablespoon butter in skillet. Serve French toast with maple syrup, if desired.
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST II
This is a nice change from ordinary French toast. I make this more than the standard recipe. Although this is my family's favorite version, it is very versatile. You can substitute peanut butter for the cream cheese, use different jams or preserves, different extracts or spices - the options are practically limitless! Serve with maple syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Provided by ELISAW
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spread 4 slices oatnut bread on one side with cream cheese. Spread remaining 4 slices on one side with raspberry jam. Press cream cheese slices together with jam slices, forming sandwiches.
- In a medium, shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk and almond extract.
- Melt butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Dip sandwiches in the egg mixture to coat. Place in the skillet, and cook on both sides until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.7 calories, Carbohydrate 65.5 g, Cholesterol 272.2 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 577.1 mg, Sugar 34.7 g
FRENCH APRICOT CREAM CHEESE BARS
Make and share this French Apricot Cream Cheese Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°.
- Generously grease 13x9-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, margarine and egg; mix with fork until crumbly.
- Gently spoon 1 1/2 cups into measuring cup; set aside for topping.
- Press remaining crumb mixture in bottom of pan.
- Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.
- Spread preserves evenly over crust.
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and egg; beat until smooth.
- Spread evenly over preserves.
- Sprinkle reserved topping mixture over cream cheese.
- Bake at 350° for 28-30 minutes or until toppng is light golden brown.
- Chill before serving. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 28.5, Sodium 214.9, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 19, Protein 2.4
JAM 'N' CREAM FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- Spread cream cheese on one slice of bread. Spread jam on the other slice; place jam side down over the cream cheese. In a shallow bowl, beat egg. Dip both sides of bread into egg., In a small skillet, melt butter; toast bread for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 275mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Cream Cheese: Use a high-quality cream cheese at room temperature for a smooth texture.
- Soften the Cream Cheese Properly: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing to ensure it's easy to spread.
- Use the Right Amount of Preserves: Don't use too much preserves, as it can overpower the flavor of the cream cheese. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
- Choose High-Quality Preserves: Opt for preserves that are made with whole fruits and have a vibrant flavor. Avoid preserves that are too runny or have an artificial taste.
- Mix the Cream Cheese and Preserves Thoroughly: Use a spoon or a hand mixer to mix the cream cheese and preserves until they are well combined. Avoid overmixing, as it can make the mixture too runny.
- Chill the Spread before Serving: Refrigerate the cream cheese and preserves spread for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and firm up the texture.
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