Cream Cheese French Toast Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 45 minutes
👨🍳 Servings: 4
Description
Indulge in the delectable delight of Cream Cheese French Toast! This recipe combines creamy richness with the comforting warmth of French toast, creating a breakfast sensation that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 4 eggs
- 4 tablespoons half-and-half
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup marmalade
- 8 slices bread
- Butter, for greasing
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling
Instructions
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Prepare the Batter:
- In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, eggs, half-and-half, milk, and marmalade.
- Process the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Butter an 8″ square baking dish or spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
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Layer the Bread:
- Pour a small amount of the batter into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange 4 slices of bread over the batter in the dish.
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Pour Batter Over Bread:
- Pour about half of the remaining batter evenly over the first layer of bread slices.
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Add Another Layer of Bread:
- Arrange the remaining 4 slices of bread over the batter in the dish.
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Finish with Batter:
- Pour the rest of the batter evenly over the top layer of bread slices.
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Sprinkle with Cinnamon:
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top of the assembled French toast.
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Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and set.
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Serve:
- Remove the Cream Cheese French Toast from the oven.
- Serve warm with maple syrup drizzled over the top.
Notes
- For best results, pour the batter over the bread at least 1 hour before baking, or refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Get creative and customize your French toast by adding extra chunks of cream cheese or your favorite fruits, such as apple or banana slices, between the bread layers.
Enjoy your creamy, indulgent Cream Cheese French Toast for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat that’s sure to please everyone at the table! 🍞🧀🍳
