Cherry Cheesecake French Toast

• 3 eggs
• 23 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 14 teaspoon almond extract
• 13 cup light cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon Amaretto or 1 tablespoon orange juice
• 8 slices egg bread (challah) or 8 slices French bread (about 1/2 inch/1 cm thick)
• 13 cup cherry jam
• 14 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons icing sugar (optional)

1. In large shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, half of the granulated sugar and the almond extract; set aside.
2. In small bowl, mix cheese, remaining granulated sugar and amaretto; spread over bread.
3. Spread cherry jam over 4 of the slices; sandwich with remaining bread, cheese side down, pressing firmly.
4. Dip each sandwich into egg mixture, turning to soak.
5. Place on greased rimmed baking sheet; pour any remaining egg mixture over top.
6. Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
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8. Bake in 375F (190C) oven, turning once, until golden, 25 minutes.
9. Sprinkle with almonds and icing sugar (if using).

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/cherry-cheesecake-french-toast-307791 (may not work)