Jul 14 2026
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Challah French Toast Recipe

Inspired by Gertrude's
Time30m
Serves2

Black Rock Orchard apple compote, honey cream cheese filling, maple syrup

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Ingredients

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For the Challah French Toast

For the Apple Compote

For the Honey Cream Cheese Filling

For Serving

Method

Prepare the Apple Compote

  1. 1

    Cook the Apples

    In a medium saucepan, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and the mixture is bubbly, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Make the Honey Cream Cheese Filling

  1. 2

    Mix the Filling

    In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and honey until smooth. Set aside.

Prepare the Challah French Toast

  1. 3

    Whisk the Egg Mixture

    In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

  2. 4

    Dip the Challah

    Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each slice of challah in the egg mixture, allowing it to soak briefly, then place it in the skillet.

  3. 5

    Cook the French Toast

    Cook each slice for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Assemble and Serve

  1. 6

    Layer and Serve

    Spread the honey cream cheese filling between two slices of French toast, top with apple compote, and drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

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