Creamy Strawberry French Toast

Indulge in a sumptuous breakfast with this creamy strawberry French toast recipe. Thick and fluffy slices of bread are dipped in a creamy egg mixture, cooked until golden brown, and topped with a luscious strawberry compote. The creamy texture of the French toast combined with the sweet and tangy strawberry sauce creates a perfect harmony of flavors. This recipe is quick and easy to make, making it perfect for a lazy Sunday morning or a special holiday brunch. Treat yourself to a little indulgence and enjoy this delightful dish!

Ingredients

• 6 thick slices of bread
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• For the strawberry compote:
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
2. Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
4. Melt a tablespoon of butter in the preheated skillet. Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
5. Repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
6. While the French toast is cooking, prepare the strawberry compote. In a small saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
7. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the strawberries soften and release their juices.
8. If desired, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry and add it to the strawberry mixture to thicken the compote.
9. Remove the skillet from the heat and allow the compote to cool slightly before serving.
10. Serve the creamy strawberry French toast warm with a generous spoonful of the strawberry compote on top. Enjoy!

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