dessert for breakfast

I always think of this Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast as the breakfast that doubles as dessert. It layers a silky cream cheese filling and a bright strawberry compote between thick slices of brioche, so each bite tastes like a handheld cheesecake. Make it for a special weekend brunch, a holiday morning, or any time you want to wow guests without complicated pastry work. If you love rich, custardy French toast, this riff reads like a decadent upgrade of the basics — and pairs wonderfully with the techniques in the ultimate French toast recipe when you want a crisper exterior. What … Learn more