Shelly's Recipe

Overnight Stuffed French Toast

Category: French Toast

Serves 16


20 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
1 package cream cheese (fat-free can be used) (8 ounce pkg)
3 cups egg substitute or 1 dozen eggs
2 cups milk (2% or skim)
1/3 cup plus 1 3/4 cup Maple syrup (keep measurements separate, sugar free can be used)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/2 cups sliced strawberries (or other fruit)


•Arrange 8 slices of bread in a 9 x 13 inch pan that has been greased or coated with non-stick cooking spray.

•Spread each slice with cream cheese. Top with remaining bread.

•In a large bowl whisk the eggs (or egg substitute), milk, 1/3 c. syrup, vanilla and cinnamon; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

•Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 45 - 50 minutes or until top is lightly browned and a thermometer reads at least 160 degrees.

•Serve with strawberries and remaining syrup.