Strawberries Cream French Toast (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Syrup
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1 cup hulled and chopped fresh strawberries
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Zest and juice of 1 lemon
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¾ cup maple syrup
→ For the Filling
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 tablespoon powdered sugar
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½ cup thinly sliced fresh strawberries
→ For the French Toast
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4 slices of challah or brioche bread, each 2 inches thick
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1 cup whole milk
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of fine salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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3 large eggs
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Melted butter, for the pan
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Additional sliced strawberries, for garnish
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
# Instructions:
01 -
Place the strawberries in a small saucepan with the lemon juice, zest, and a couple tablespoons of water. Bring to a simmer and cook until the strawberries are soft and the mixture has reduced slightly, about 10 minutes. Stir in the maple syrup and keep warm until ready to serve.
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Mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until well combined. Fold in the strawberries. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off. Set aside.
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Place each slice of bread on its side and, using a sharp knife, cut a pocket horizontally into each piece of bread, being careful not to go all the way to the edges.
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Whisk together the milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, and eggs.
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Pipe the strawberry cream filling into each slice of bread and place in the milk mixture, allowing it to sit for 20 seconds per side. Continue with the remaining bread.
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and liberally brush with melted butter. Cook each slice of French toast until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
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Serve warm, topped with powdered sugar, additional fresh strawberries, and the strawberry maple syrup.