Chocolate French Toast with Strawberry Syrup

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   Make strawberry syrup: In a small saucepan combine syrup, sugar, spices and strawberries.

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   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often.

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   Lower heat to simmering and cook until thick and syrupy consistency is reached.

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   Keep warm.

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   Make chocolate french toast: In a large shallow bowl whisk eggs.

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   In a small bowl combine vanilla sugar and cocoa until well-blended and whisk into eggs.

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   Whisk in milk.

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   In a non-stick saute pan, heat half of oil over medium heat.

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   Dip bread slices in egg mixture until thoroughly moistened.

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    Carefully transfer half of bread slices to pan and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once.

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    Transfer to warmed plate.

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    Repeat with remaining bread slices.

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    To serve, drizzle with strawberry syrup, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.