For an even richer flavor, consider using brioche bread instead of Italian bread. A splash of Grand Marnier or orange zest in the cream cheese filling adds a touch of sophistication. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this delightful Strawberry French Toast. Prepare the components the night before for a seamless morning indulgence. A symphony of textures and flavors, crowned with a luscious strawberry sauce and toasted almonds.
Toast the Almonds: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir sliced almonds until fragrant and golden brown. (3-5 minutes)
Prepare Strawberry Liquid: Add enough water to the reserved strawberry juice to reach 1 cup of liquid.
Create Strawberry Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in the strawberry liquid. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes clear. Gently fold in the strawberries and toasted almonds. (3-5 minutes)
Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
Assemble the French Toast: Slice the Italian bread at 1 1/2-inch intervals, cutting about 3/4 of the way through. Create a pocket in the center of each slice and fill with a rounded tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture. Separate the slices completely.
Coat in Egg Mixture: Dip each bread slice generously into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
Cook French Toast: Melt butter on a griddle over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook the bread slices until golden brown on both sides. (2-5 minutes per side)
Serve: Drizzle generously with warm strawberry-almond sauce.
For an even richer flavor, consider using brioche bread instead of Italian bread. A splash of Grand Marnier or orange zest in the cream cheese filling adds a touch of sophistication. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Kelley Ledner
Jun 24, 2025So delicious! The strawberry sauce is the star. I'll be making this again soon.
Jessy Ebert
Jun 21, 2025I used brioche bread and it was incredible! This recipe is a keeper.
Jerod Murphy
Jun 14, 2025My kids absolutely loved this recipe. It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Lucile Toy
Jun 8, 2025The instructions were easy to follow, and the French toast turned out perfectly.
Quinten Price
Jun 2, 2025I made this for brunch and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the strawberry sauce!
Gordon Herzog
May 30, 2025This is the best French toast I've ever made! Thank you for sharing.
Boris Hansen
May 19, 2025I added a little Grand Marnier to the strawberry sauce, and it was divine!
Janick Weber
May 18, 2025This recipe is amazing! The cream cheese filling is such a great addition.