Best 20 Strawberry French Toast Recipes

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Strawberry french toast is a delightful breakfast or brunch dish that combines the sweet, juicy flavors of strawberries with the crispy, eggy goodness of french toast. This classic dish is relatively easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a popular choice for special occasions such as Mother's Day or Valentine's Day, but it can also be enjoyed as a simple weekend treat. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, strawberry french toast is sure to brighten up any morning.

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STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry French Toast image

Fresh berries and cream cheese create the creamy middle in these French toast sandwiches. Because you prepare this breakfast bake the night before, it's perfect for overnight guests. I like to serve it with bacon and fresh fruit. -Karen Sharp, Harvard, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
10 large eggs
2/3 cup half-and-half cream or heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
STRAWBERRY SAUCE:
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
Maple syrup, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, strawberries and confectioners' sugar until blended. Spread about 2 tablespoons on one side of half the bread slices; top with remaining bread. , Place sandwiches in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, cream and vanilla. Pour over bread. Turn each sandwich. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , With a slotted spatula, transfer sandwiches to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Discard any remaining egg mixture. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes; turn and bake 10 minutes longer or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, for the sauce, combine the strawberries, sugar and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve French toast with strawberry sauce and maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 230mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BAKED STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST



Baked Strawberry French Toast image

Fresh strawberries and cream bring rich flavor to this easy oven strawberry French toast recipe. Perfect make-ahead recipe for breakfast or brunch! Serve with extra berries, whipped cream, and strawberry syrup.

Provided by Must Love Home

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 loaf day-old Italian bread
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
8 large eggs
2 cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest
¼ teaspoon almond extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease or spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Slice the bread into 16 slices using a sharp knife. Save the ends to use in another dish, or discard. Arrange the bread slices in the prepared baking pan. Tuck strawberry slices between and around the bread.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, lemon zest, almond extract, and salt together until well combined.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the bread slices. Press down on the top of the bread to help the egg absorb; it's okay if a little is in the bottom of the pan. Let stand for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until the bread is firm when gently pressed and the top is crispy and golden, 45 to 55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 211.3 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 628 mg, Sugar 9 g

STRAWBERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry-Stuffed French Toast image

This simple stuffed French toast is great to serve the family for weekend breakfasts. The sweet creamy filling is sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. -Julie Vogl, Cumberland, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup strawberry yogurt
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
8 slices of white bread
4 large eggs
1/4 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries, sweetened to taste

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, yogurt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Spread 2 tablespoons on 4 slices of bread; top with remaining bread to make 4 sandwiches. Beat eggs, milk and remaining vanilla; dip sandwiches. , In a large skillet, melt butter. Toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides. To serve, top each sandwich with 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture and 1/4 cup strawberries.

Nutrition Facts :

STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry French Toast image

This makes an elegant looking breakfast or brunch and can be made up the night before then grilled in the morning. I have used fresh strawberries and just blended them to use in making the sauce. Top with whipped cream.

Provided by Grammy M B H

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup sliced almonds
1 (10 ounce) package frozen strawberries - thawed, drained, and juice reserved
water as needed
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 loaf Italian bread
1 tablespoon butter, or as needed

Steps:

  • Cook and stir almonds in a skillet over medium high heat until fragrant and toasted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add enough water to reserved strawberry liquid to equal 1 cup liquid.
  • Stir 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch together in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually stir strawberry liquid into sugar mixture; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is clear and thick, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir strawberries and almonds into sugar mixture.
  • Beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl. Whisk milk, eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
  • Slice bread at 1 1/2-inch intervals about 3/4 of the way through. Cut a slit in the center of each slice to form a pocket, and fill each pocket with 1 rounded tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture. Separate slices from loaf by cutting each slice the rest of the way through the loaf.
  • Dip bread slices in egg mixture to coat completely.
  • Melt butter on a griddle over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook bread slices on preheated griddle until golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes per side. Serve French toast with strawberry-almond mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 802.2 calories, Carbohydrate 107.3 g, Cholesterol 170.9 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 997.8 mg, Sugar 32.8 g

STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Strawberry French Toast Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: biscuits, strawberry, strawberry, sugar, eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, whipped cream

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 biscuits, or 1 can biscuit dough
1 cup strawberry, quartered
2 cups strawberry, finely diced
½ cup sugar
2 eggs
½ cup milk
½ cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon cinnamon
whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Slice each biscuit into 8 pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
  • In a saucepan on medium heat, combine strawberry filling ingredients and cook until it reaches a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and continue to cook until filling reaches a smooth consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Combine egg mixture ingredients in a large bowl until well-incorporated.
  • Place biscuits in a greased baking dish and spread the egg mixture evenly on top.
  • Top with strawberry filling and the fresh quartered strawberries.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Slice and serve with whipped cream.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 30 grams

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE FRENCH TOAST ROLL-UP RECIPE BY TASTY



Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Roll-up Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sandwich bread, cream cheese, strawberry, eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 slices sandwich bread
cream cheese, softened
strawberry, sliced
3 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Roll each slice of bread flat with a rolling pin. Carefully cut off the crusts.
  • Spread desired amount of cream cheese and strawberries along the edge of the bread, and roll up.
  • In a bowl, combine eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla.
  • Dip each roll-up in egg mixture, and pan fry in a buttered skillet until all sides are golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHOCOLATE MASCARPONE STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH STRAWBERRY SYRUP



Chocolate Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast with Strawberry Syrup image

Provided by Anne Thornton, Host of Dessert First

Time 37m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup mascarpone, at room temperature
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled, plus more for grating
12 slices day-old brioche, about 3/4-inch thick
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided, plus more if needed
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Strawberry Syrup, warmed, recipe follows
2 pints whole fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
2/3 cup sugar, plus more if needed
1/4 cup corn syrup
Pinch sea salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook's Note: Mascarpone is similar to cream cheese in flavor (but better) and has the consistency to match. It makes a great base for this super-easy yummy filling.
  • Combine the mascarpone, heavy cream, orange zest and sugar in a bowl. Add the melted chocolate and mix until all the ingredients are incorporated. Using an offset spatula or butter knife, take a generous scoop of the chocolate-mascarpone filling, about 2 tablespoons, and slather it on 1 slice of the brioche, and then top with another slice of brioche. Repeat with the remaining slices and filling; you will make 6 sandwiches.
  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and half-and-half to make an egg bath. (If you don't have half-and-half, milk or heavy cream will work just fine.)
  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Preheat a nonstick griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet, moving it around to coat the surface. Dip each sandwich in the egg bath, turning over to coat and soak both sides. Place the sandwich on the hot griddle. (Place only as many sandwiches as will fit easily on the griddle, don't overcrowd.) Cook, in batches, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the sandwiches to an oven-safe platter and cover loosely with foil. Place in the oven to keep warm. Add more butter to the griddle, as necessary, and cook the remaining sandwiches.
  • Cut the sandwiches diagonally in half, and serve 2 to 3 halves per person. Dust the sandwich with confectioners' sugar and grate chocolate over the top. Ladle a generous portion of the Strawberry Syrup over the sandwiches, or serve alongside for your guests to serve themselves.
  • In a large saucepan over high heat, add the strawberries and sugar. (A large saucepan is needed just in case the strawberry syrup starts to boil up the sides.) If the strawberries are not as ripe or sweet as you like, add 1/3 cup more sugar. Add 2/3 cup water, the corn syrup and sea salt to the pan. Stir together until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Strain out the strawberries and continue to boil the liquid until the mixture has thickened to a syrupy consistency, another 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and add the strawberries back to the saucepan. Gently stir to coat the strawberries in the syrup. (The syrup can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or cooled and frozen.)
  • Cook's Note: For an orange-lover's option, use fresh orange juice instead of the lemon juice to finish the syrup. Alternately, for a rich, adult-friendly sauce, add a splash of orange liqueur, like Grand Marnier, to the sauce. Although the alcohol won't completely cook out, most will if cooked a few minutes longer. Yield: 3 1/2 cups

STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast image

French toast topped with glazed strawberries and stuffed with cheesecake. Soooo good and original. Perfect to impress at a brunch. Serve with mimosas for a fancier brunch-type setting, or just make it for a special Saturday morning breakfast for your family like I do. =)

Provided by Pamela Batovsky

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup mashed fresh strawberries
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup milk
6 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup white sugar
8 slices bread, cut in half diagonally
1 teaspoon butter
8 sliced fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting
1 cup whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 100 degrees F ( 40 degrees C).
  • Heat mashed strawberries and 1/2 cup white sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Mix cornstarch and water together in a bowl, then stir into the strawberries.
  • Cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer while preparing remaining ingredients, stirring occasionally.
  • Whisk together the milk and eggs in a bowl; set aside.
  • Mash cream cheese, vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup white sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture over a triangle-shaped piece of bread, and top with another piece. Repeat with remaining bread and cream cheese mixture to make 8 triangle-shaped sandwiches.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Dip the sandwiches into the egg mixture, 2 or 3 at a time, and place in the skillet.
  • Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer pan-fried sandwiches to a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven to keep warm while cooking remaining sandwiches.
  • To serve, top French toast with warm strawberry glaze and sliced fresh strawberries and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 194.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 328.9 mg, Sugar 37.1 g

CHOCOLATE AND STRAWBERRY STUFFED FRENCH TOAST



Chocolate and Strawberry Stuffed French Toast image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     dessert

Time 23m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
8 slices of whole-wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
1 (8-ounce) container strawberries, hulled and sliced
4 teaspoons bittersweet chocolate chips
Cooking spray
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and vanilla. Set aside.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of ricotta in the center of 4 of the pieces of bread and spread around slightly. Top with about 6 slices of strawberries and a teaspoon of chocolate chips. Cover each with another piece of bread to make a "sandwich".
  • Spray a large nonstick skillet or griddle with cooking spray and preheat. Carefully dip each of the "sandwiches" into the egg mixture until completely moistened. Then place on the skillet and cook over a medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the outside is golden brown and the center is warm and chocolate is melted.
  • Transfer to serving places. Top with remaining strawberries and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 390 milligrams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams

STRAWBERRY-HAZELNUT FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry-Hazelnut French Toast image

When my husband and I discovered this at a bed-and-breakfast in Arkansas, we bought the inn's cookbook so we could enjoy the same treat at home. We've changed the recipe a bit since then, but it still reminds us of that lovely B&B. -Lynn Daniel, Dallas, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
10 slices French bread baguette (1 inch thick)
5 large eggs
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur or hazelnut flavoring syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Sliced fresh strawberries and chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until brown sugar is blended. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with bread., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, liqueur and vanilla; pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until top is puffed, edges are golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with strawberries and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CREAMY STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST BAKE



Creamy Strawberry French Toast Bake image

I love this recipe because on Sunday mornings I like to take it easy, but I still want my family to have a nice breakfast. This allows me to sleep in and feel like I'm a great mom at the same time. Win!-Alynn Hansen, Mona, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon bread, cut into 1-in. pieces
5 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
Sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Toss 2 cups strawberries with sugar. In another bowl, beat the next 5 ingredients until smooth. Place half the bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon cream cheese mixture over bread. Layer with strawberry mixture and remaining bread. Whisk eggs and cream until blended; pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream and remaining strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 160mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

STRAWBERRY-BANANA FRENCH TOAST



Strawberry-Banana French Toast image

My husband and I are avid cooks. In fact, we feel like most of our 30 years together have been spent in the kitchen! We've experimented with so many recipes, but this one remains at the top of our list.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 to 12 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
4 firm bananas, sliced
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie or apple pie spice
1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar

Steps:

  • Place bread slices in a large shallow baking dish. Combine eggs, milk, vanilla and baking powder; pour over bread. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight. , Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. In a bowl, combine the strawberries, bananas, sugar and pie spice; pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , Arrange prepared bread on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAM CHEESE FRENCH TOAST BAKE WITH STRAWBERRY TOPPING



Cream Cheese French Toast Bake with Strawberry Topping image

You'll flip for this luscious French toast recipe, but your bread won't: slices bake together in one time-saving batch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 container (8 oz) pineapple cream cheese spread
1 loaf (1 lb) French bread (about 18 inches long), cut into 24 (3/4-inch-thick) slices
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
3 cups fresh strawberries
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons amaretto, if desired
1 cup fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread about 1 tablespoon cream cheese on each of 12 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices to make 12 sandwiches. Place sandwiches in baking dish to cover bottom of pan.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, 1/4 cup sugar, the salt and cinnamon; beat well. Pour over sandwiches in baking dish. Let stand at room temperature 5 minutes. Turn sandwiches over. Cover; refrigerate about 8 hours or overnight.
  • Chop 1 cup of the strawberries. (Refrigerate remaining berries.) In nonmetal bowl, gently stir together chopped strawberries, 1/4 cup sugar and the amaretto. Cover; refrigerate about 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 400°F. Uncover baking dish; drizzle sandwiches with melted butter. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, slice remaining strawberries and add with blueberries to chilled strawberry mixture; mix lightly. Serve French toast with berry topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1 g

QUICK FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE WITH STRAWBERRY LEMON SAUCE



Quick French Toast Casserole with Strawberry Lemon Sauce image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half
6 cups 1-inch-cubed challah bread (about half of a 1-pound loaf)
1 pound ripe strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • For the French toast casserole: Set a trivet in a 6- to 8-quart Instant Pot® and add 1 cup water to the pot. Spray a 6-inch springform pan or 7-inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Whisk together the sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt and eggs in a medium bowl. Add the half-and-half and whisk to combine well.
  • Press the bread into a large bowl, then pour the custard mixture all over. Press the bread firmly to submerge. Stir with a spoon, then pour the bread and custard mixture into the prepared cake pan. Place the pan on the trivet in the Instant Pot® and pressure cook on high for 30 minutes. Release the valve to depressurize the pot, then remove the pan. Let stand 10 minutes before either removing the sides of the springform pan or inverting the casserole onto a platter. Serve warm or at room temperature with the strawberry lemon sauce.
  • For the strawberry lemon sauce: Put the strawberries in a medium saucepan and toss them with the cornstarch. Add the maple syrup and lemon juice (reserve the zest). Bring to a brisk simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the temperature to keep it at a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are somewhat broken down and the liquid is thick and syrupy, about 12 minutes. Add the lemon zest. Serve warm or at room temperature.

STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH FRESH STRAWBERRY JAM AND BLUEBERRIES



Stuffed French Toast with Fresh Strawberry Jam and Blueberries image

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 loaf braided challah bread, cut into 6 (1 1/2-inch thick) slices
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Strawberry Jam, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh blueberries, plus more for garnish
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons not melted
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 large eggs
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Maple syrup, for serving
3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 1 pound)
1 cup sugar
1 medium lemon, juiced (about 2 to 3 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Using a paring knife, cut through the bottom crust of each slice of bread horizontally, to create a pocket that your fruit filling can be stuffed into.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Strawberry Jam and lemon zest. Fold in the blueberries. Place the mixture into a re-sealable bag. When you are ready to stuff the bread you will snip off a corner of the bag and pipe the filling in.
  • In a baking dish, whisk together the milk, 1 tablespoon melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and eggs.
  • In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet melt the 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
  • Using the re-sealable bag as a pastry bag, stuff each slice of bread with about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture. Once the slices are stuffed, place each slice into the milk and egg mixture for about 10 seconds per side. Once the slices are coated with the custard base, place them into the skillet to brown. Work in batches. Cook each slice of stuffed French toast until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. If cooking a large batch, transfer the cooked French toast to a baking sheet and keep warm in a 200 degree F oven while you cook the rest of the slices. Repeat the process with the remaining French toast. Serve warm, topped with extra berries, powdered sugar and maple syrup.
  • In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the strawberries, sugar and lemon juice to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir often until the fruit thickens and becomes syrupy, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Fill a large bowl with ice and a little water. Have a smaller mixing bowl that can sit within the larger bowl of ice. Once the fruit has cooked, add it to the smaller bowl and set it in the ice bath to cool. As the fruit cools it should become gel-like. Once the jam has cooled it can be stored.

OVERNIGHT STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST



Overnight Strawberry French Toast image

I served this one year to friends for Easter brunch and everyone loved it, so I've made it year-round since then! -Patricia Schmeling, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable strawberry cream cheese
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cups fresh strawberries, divided
2 tablespoons amaretto or 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cut bread into 3/4-in. slices; spread 12 slices with about 1 tablespoon cream cheese. Top with another 12 slices to form sandwiches. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1/4 cup sugar and salt; pour over sandwiches. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Chop 1 cup strawberries; place in a small bowl. Stir in amaretto or extract and remaining sugar. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Remove French toast from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Brush bread with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown., Meanwhile, slice remaining strawberries; stir into chilled strawberry mixture. Serve over French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

STRAWBERRY-TOPPED FRENCH TOAST BAKE



Strawberry-Topped French Toast Bake image

Enjoy this delicious French toast bake topped with strawberries.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 9h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf (16 oz) French bread (about 18 inches long), cut into 24 (3/4-inch-thick) slices
1 container (8 oz) pineapple cream cheese spread
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 quart (4 cups) fresh strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons amaretto, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread about 1 tablespoon cream cheese on 12 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices to form 12 sandwiches. Place sandwiches in baking dish to cover bottom of dish.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs. Beat in milk, 1/4 cup sugar, the salt and cinnamon until well blended. Pour over bread in baking dish. Let stand at room temperature 5 minutes. Turn bread slices over. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Chop 1 cup of the strawberries. (Refrigerate remaining berries.) In nonmetal bowl, gently stir chopped strawberries, 1/2 cup sugar and the amaretto until mixed. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to bake, heat oven to 400°F. Uncover baking dish; drizzle bread slices with melted butter. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, slice remaining strawberries and add to chilled strawberry mixture; mix lightly. Serve French toast with strawberry topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg, Sugar 38 g

RICOTTA CHOCOLATE CHIP STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH STRAWBERRY SYRUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Ricotta Chocolate Chip Stuffed French Toast With Strawberry Syrup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: white bread, whole milk ricotta cheese, mini chocolate chips, eggs, milk, sugar, fresh strawberry , sugar, lemon

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices white bread
½ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
½ cup mini chocolate chips
2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
sugar, pinch
1 cup fresh strawberry , chopped
½ cup sugar
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Mix the eggs with the milk and sugar.
  • Spread all the bread slices with ricotta cheese, and top half of the bread slices with mini chocolate chips.
  • Sandwich each chocolate chip half with a plain ricotta half, and drench both sides in the egg mixture.
  • Coat a medium heat skillet with butter, and cook the bread until slightly brown and all the egg is cooked.
  • To make the syrup combine all syrup ingredients in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
  • Let the liquid reduce by about a third, until the mixture is thick like a syrup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 38 grams

OVERNIGHT STRAWBERRY-BANANA FRENCH TOAST



Overnight Strawberry-Banana French Toast image

I found this scrumptious-looking, healthy recipe on McCormick.com and modified it slightly to fit my dietary needs. I can't wait to try it. Prep time does not include time to soak the bread.

Provided by Kree6528

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 eggs, beaten or 1 1/4 cups Egg Beaters egg substitute
3/4 cup milk or 3/4 cup soymilk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 loaf French bread, cut into 8 1-inch slices
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whole strawberries
4 ripe bananas, sliced
1 cup sugar
cinnamon sugar (a 2 to 1 mixture of sugar and cinnamon)

Steps:

  • Mix eggs, milk, vanilla extract and baking powder. Pour over bread to soak; turn to coat well. Cover.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Mix frozen strawberries, bananas and sugar in 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Top with soaked bread slices.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

CRUNCHY STRAWBERRY STUFFED FRENCH TOAST



Crunchy Strawberry Stuffed French Toast image

This is a wonderful variation of my normal strawberry stuffed french toast. This puts it over the top!!!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons sugar
10 -12 slices bread (egg, French or potato)
2 cups crushed corn flakes (or more)
butter
additional powdered sugar
syrup
sliced strawberry

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, strawberry preserves and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla.
  • Place crushed corn flakes in another shallow bowl.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture thickly on one side of one piece of bread.
  • Top with another slice of bread, making a sandwich.
  • Cut in half diagonally.
  • Melt a little butter in skillet.
  • Dip both sides of sandwich in egg mixture and then in corn flakes.
  • Fry in melted butter until golden brown on both sides. (Add a little more butter to pan with each batch.).
  • Place on serving dish and sprinkle with additional powdered sugar.
  • Garnish with strawberry fans.
  • Serve with maple syrup and whipped cream, if desired.

Conclusion

In summary, experimenting with various French toast flavors and toppings can create unique and delicious culinary experiences.

Here are some tips for an unforgettable French toast experience:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Opt for thick, firm bread that can withstand soaking and frying without becoming soggy. Rich, flavorful milks, such as whole milk or heavy cream, add depth and richness to the batter.
  • Don't over-soak the bread: Quickly dunk the bread slices in the egg mixture, allowing them to soak up enough batter without becoming too saturated. This prevents the toast from becoming too soft or eggy.
  • Cook low and slow: Cook the French toast over medium-low heat, allowing the outsides to brown and crisp while the insides cook evenly. R snorkelingushing the process can result in burnt exteriort with raw middles.
  • Flip once: Flip the French toast only once during cooking. Constantly flipping can compromise the toast's structure and result in a less appealing presentation.
  • Top according to taste: Serve French toast with a variety of toppings to suit personal tastes. Classics like butter and maple syrup are always a hit, but feel free to experiment with fresh berries, whipped cream, caramelised bananas, or even savoury options like sautéed spinach or smoked salmorn.

With a little practice, anyone can master the art of French toast. So grab the perfect ingredients, experiment with different cooking methods, and enjoy this delightful dish.

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