Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast

1 . Stage

Preheat an oven to 100 degrees F ( 40 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Heat mashed strawberries and 1/2 cup white sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.

3 . Stage

Mix cornstarch and water together in a bowl, then stir into the strawberries.

4 . Stage

Cook and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer while preparing remaining ingredients, stirring occasionally.

5 . Stage

Whisk together the milk and eggs in a bowl; set aside.

6 . Stage

Mash cream cheese, vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup white sugar in a bowl until smooth.

7 . Stage

Spread the cream cheese mixture over a triangle-shaped piece of bread, and top with another piece. Repeat with remaining bread and cream cheese mixture to make 8 triangle-shaped sandwiches.

8 . Stage

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

9 . Stage

Dip the sandwiches into the egg mixture, 2 or 3 at a time, and place in the skillet.

10 . Stage

Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.

11 . Stage

Transfer pan-fried sandwiches to a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven to keep warm while cooking remaining sandwiches.

12 . Stage

To serve, top French toast with warm strawberry glaze and sliced fresh strawberries and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.