RASPBERRY FRENCH TOAST CUPS

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These individual treats are a delightful twist on French toast that make any morning special. "I made this recipe for my mom last Mother's Day, and we both enjoyed it," says Sandi Tuttle of Hayward, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 slices Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
2 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
RASPBERRY SYRUP:
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup water
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Ground cinnamon, optional

Steps:

Divide half of the bread cubes between two greased 8-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with raspberries and cream cheese. Top with remaining bread. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and syrup; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Add 1-1/2 cups raspberries, lemon juice, syrup and lemon zest. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Strain and discard seeds; cool slightly. , Gently stir the remaining berries into syrup. Sprinkle French toast cups with cinnamon if desired; serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 252mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 16g protein.