Red Velvet French Toast Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ French Toast Base

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1/2 cup buttermilk or milk
03 - 1 tablespoon sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 5 teaspoons red food coloring
07 - 8 slices potato bread, sliced diagonally

→ Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Filling

08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 2 tablespoons sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

→ Garnishes

11 - Fresh raspberries
12 - Melted chocolate (optional)
13 - Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, cocoa powder, and food coloring until smooth and well combined.
02 - Dip each slice of potato bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully soaked.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook soaked bread slices in batches, flipping once, until golden brown and fully cooked through (approximately 2-3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
04 - In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla bean paste until smooth and creamy.
05 - Spread cheesecake filling onto half of the French toast slices. Top each with remaining slices to form sandwiches.
06 - Drizzle with melted chocolate (optional), dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with fresh raspberries.

# Notes:

01 - Use softened cream cheese for a smoother filling consistency.
02 - Adjust cocoa powder and food coloring to achieve your preferred red velvet hue.