Cherry Cheesecake French Toast |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A Canadian Living Test Kitchen Recipe. Enjoy this convenient and delicious brunch item, or one of four other lip-smacking morning meals, from our 5 Diner-Style Breakfasts menu from the May 2006 issue of Canadian Living. Diner-Style Garnish: Strawberries and melon wedges Ingredients:
3 eggs |
2/3 cup milk |
2 tablespoons granulated sugar |
1/4 teaspoon almond extract |
1/3 cup light cream cheese, softened |
1 tablespoon amaretto or 1 tablespoon orange juice |
8 slices egg bread (challah) or 8 slices french bread (about 1/2 inch/1 cm thick) |
1/3 cup cherry jam |
1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional) |
2 tablespoons icing sugar (optional) |
Directions:
1. In large shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, half of the granulated sugar and the almond extract; set aside.
2. In small bowl, mix cheese, remaining granulated sugar and amaretto; spread over bread. Spread cherry jam over 4 of the slices; sandwich with remaining bread, cheese side down, pressing firmly.
3. Dip each sandwich into egg mixture, turning to soak. Place on greased rimmed baking sheet; pour any remaining egg mixture over top. Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.).
4. Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven, turning once, until golden, 25 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds and icing sugar (if using).
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