Stuffed French Toast Casserole With Strawberry Sauc

Name: Stuffed French Toast Casserole With Strawberry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: French toast casserole; 12 (1 1/2 inch-thick) slices French bread; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 6 eggs; 1 cup half-and-half; 1/2 cup milk; Frozen strawberry sauce, recipe follows; Frozen strawberry sauce; 1 cup sifted powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted; 1/3 cup Grand Marnier; 3 cups sliced strawberries (frozen)

Servings: persons

French toast casserole
12 (1 1/2 inch-thick) slices French bread
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 eggs
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup milk
Frozen strawberry sauce, recipe follows
Frozen strawberry sauce
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/3 cup Grand Marnier
3 cups sliced strawberries (frozen)

1
Make a horizontal pocket in each bread slice; set aside.
2
Combine cream cheese with sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon, stirring well. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons mixture into each bread slice, spreading evenly.
3
Place 8 slices in a buttered 12x8x2-inch baking dish and 4 slices in a buttered 8-inch square baking dish.
4
Combine eggs, half-and-half, and milk; beat well. Pour over bread, turning slices to coat evenly. Bake at 350u00b0F for 35 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately with strawberry sauce.
5
To make ahead: Prepare, but do not bake. Refrigerate, covered, up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, let stand 30 minutes at room temperature, then bake.
6
Combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan; add butter, stirring until smooth. Add Grand Marnier, and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add strawberries; cook 1 minute. Yield: 3 cups

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: French toast casserole, 12 (1 1/2 inch-thick) slices French bread, 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 2 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Stuffed French Toast Casserole With Strawberry Sauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Stuffed French Toast Casserole With Strawberry Sauce

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