MASCARPONE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH BERRY TOPPING

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I love making this rich and delicious French toast for my family. With a warm, creamy filling of mascarpone cheese and a sauce of mixed berries, it's a very easy-to-make breakfast treat that looks like you spent all morning preparing it.-Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold water
1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened mixed berries
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh strawberries or blueberries
1 loaf (1 pound) challah or egg bread, cut into 12 slices
6 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup 2% milk
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in water. Stir in frozen berries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in fresh berries., On each of six bread slices, spread 1 tablespoon mascarpone to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon and vanilla., In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, allowing each side to soak 2 minutes. Place three sandwiches in skillet; toast 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches. Serve with warm berry sauce.

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Janie
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This recipe looks amazing! I'm definitely going to make it.


Javion Torrence
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I'm allergic to mascarpone cheese. Is there a substitute I can use?


Si Sofiqul
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it might be too sweet.


Antonieta Juarez
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This recipe is on my to-cook list. I can't wait to try it!


Angelina Setle
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I'm going to try this recipe this weekend. It looks delicious!


Samir Dhungana
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler recipes.


Ishal anjum
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I'm not a big fan of berries, so I used sliced peaches instead. It was still very good.


Syed Hammad Ali Shah
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. It's sure to impress your guests.


Maaz Sarfraz
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I would have liked more mascarpone filling. Next time I'll use double the amount.


Tumi R Ami
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The French toast is so delicious and the berry topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Christopher Ansah
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I made this for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best French toast they've ever had.


Juhed Ahmed
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This is the best French toast I've ever had! The mascarpone filling is so rich and creamy.


Terry Kemper
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I've never made French toast before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It came out perfect!


Caitlin Nicholson
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This recipe is a little too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Prabhu Ahir
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I'm not a fan of mascarpone cheese, so I substituted cream cheese. It was still very good.


Nyombi Emmanuel
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This French toast casserole is a great way to use up leftover bread. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Jutt Sab
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. My family loves it!


Waqas Prince
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This mascarpone-stuffed French toast was a hit at my brunch party! The combination of sweet berries and creamy mascarpone was divine.