Ingredients

12 slices cinnamon raisin bread
1/2 cup neufchatel cheese spread with pineapple
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
Who would say no to a perfectly made French toast in the morning? This recipe combines French toast with tangy and sweet orange syrup, making it irresistible for breakfast. Stuffed French Toast Strata With Orange Syrup is the ultimate breakfast item that everyone will love. With the cinnamon raisin bread used in this recipe, it's a flavorful twist to your classic French toast recipe. It's easy to make and can comfortably feed a larger crowd, making it the perfect breakfast for holidays or special occasions. Plus, if you prepare it the night before and refrigerate it, all you have to do is bake it in the morning and drizzle orange syrup on top for a sweet start to your day.

Instructions

1.Spread each piece of bread with neufchatel cheese and marmalade, and make 6 sandwiches.
2.Cut each sandwich into 4 squares.
3.Arrange the sandwich squares in a 9x13 inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
4.Mix the eggs, milk, and vanilla until well blended and pour over the sandwiches, making sure to cover all the bread.
5.Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
6.Preheat oven to 350°F.
7.Combine syrup and orange juice concentrate in a saucepan and heat on medium heat until it starts to bubble.
8.Uncover the dish and bake the strata until it's lightly brown and puffy, about 45 minutes.
9.Drizzle the orange syrup over the strata and serve.

PROS

This breakfast strata is a perfect recipe for a crowd, and it’s also easy to prepare it ahead of time and save time in the morning.

The orange syrup adds a perfect touch of tangy sweetness to this recipe.

The recipe is kid-friendly since it’s a sweet breakfast option.

CONS

This recipe is a bit indulgent and high in calories and sugar, making it not the healthiest breakfast option.

It’s high in carbohydrates and should be eaten in moderation.

You would need to refrigerate the strata overnight, which some people might find inconvenient.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe has a good amount of protein due to the eggs included, which will keep you full and satisfied for a longer time.
Orange juice is a good source of vitamin C, which could help boost your immune system and protect from diseases and infections.
However, the recipe is high in sugar, unhealthy fats, and carbs, which can lead to weight gain, high blood sugar levels, and other health problems if you eat it too often.

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