Strawberry French Toast

Name: Strawberry French Toast
Ingredients: 16 oz. strawberries, hulled; 2 tbsp. fresh orange juice; 5 tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature; 2 tbsp. strawberry jam; 1 tbsp. vanilla bean paste; 16 (1/2-inch thick) slices soft French, Italian, or sourdough bread; 5 large eggs; 1/4 c. half-and-half; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more as needed; Powdered sugar, for serving; Whipped cream, for serving (optional)