Blackberry French Toast Recipe

Ingredients

1

cup blackberry jam

1

loaf (12 oz) French bread, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

1

package (8 oz) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), cut into 1-inch cubes

4

eggs

2

cups half-and-half

1

teaspoon ground cinnamon

1

teaspoon vanilla

1/2

cup packed brown sugar

Real maple or maple-flavored syrup, if desired

Whipped cream, if desired

Preparation

In small saucepan, cook jam over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth.

Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In baking dish, place half of the bread cubes. Top with cream cheese cubes; drizzle with melted jam. Top with remaining bread cubes.

In medium bowl, beat eggs, half-and-half, cinnamon and vanilla with whisk. Pour over bread mixture. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.

Heat oven to 325°F. Bake French toast covered 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until set and bread is golden brown. Serve with syrup and whipped cream.

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