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Strawberry Mascarpone French Toast in a baking dish
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Strawberry Mascarpone French Toast

Sweet strawberries and creamy mascarpone combine in crisp, buttery croissants for an out-of-this-world delicious Strawberry Mascarpone French Toast Recipe!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time43 minutes
Chill Time12 hours
Total Time54 minutes
Course: breakfast and brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast, brunch, french toast bake, mascarpone french toast, strawberry
Servings: 14 servings
Author: Food Dolls

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces mascarpone room temperature
  • 4 ounces ricotta room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries plus more for serving
  • 7-8 large croissants sliced in half
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the mascarpone, ricotta, powdered sugar, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Fold in the sliced strawberries.
    8 ounces mascarpone, 4 ounces ricotta, 1 3/4 cup powdered sugar, Salt to taste, 1 cup fresh strawberries
  • Slice the croissants in half, and spread 2 tablespoons of the mascarpone filling in each croissant.
    7-8 large croissants
  • In a second large mixing bowl, add the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Whisk to combine.
    4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Arrange the croissants in a 13x9 buttered baking dish. Note: It’s okay if the croissants overlap.
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissants. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake, covered with aluminum foil for 25 minutes. Remove the foil, and continue to bake for 15-18 minutes or until the egg mixture is set and the croissants are golden brown and crisp on top.
  • Top with sliced strawberries and extra powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup!
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 572IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg