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Decadent Red Velvet French Toast Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Syrup

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A cozy and indulgent breakfast recipe featuring fluffy red velvet bread soaked in a cocoa-spiced custard and topped with a luscious cream cheese syrup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or buttermilk (buttermilk adds tanginess)
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 slices thick-cut red velvet bread (bakery-style or brioche preferred; day-old bread works best)
  • Butter or oil for cooking (unsalted butter recommended)
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk 4 large eggs until well combined. Add 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (if using), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Whisk until smooth and uniform, about 3 minutes.
  2. Pour the batter into a wide shallow dish. Dip each slice of red velvet bread into the batter for 20-30 seconds per side, soaking but keeping bread firm enough to flip.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Add about 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil and let it melt and sizzle.
  4. Place soaked bread slices in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden and slightly firm. Flip and cook 2-3 minutes on the other side. Repeat with all slices, adding more butter or oil as needed. Total cooking time about 15-20 minutes.
  5. While cooking, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1/4 cup whole milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, whisking constantly until smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between.
  6. Serve French toast slices warm, drizzled generously with cream cheese syrup. Optionally garnish with fresh berries, powdered sugar, or mint.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or bakery-style red velvet to prevent sogginess. Do not soak bread too long to avoid falling apart. Cook on medium heat for a golden crust without burning. Whisk cream cheese syrup constantly while warming to avoid lumps. Start syrup while cooking French toast to save time.

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Keywords: red velvet, French toast, cream cheese syrup, breakfast, brunch, easy recipe, cocoa, cinnamon, indulgent

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