STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
This Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast is creamy, fruity, and absolutely indulgent. Golden bread stuffed with a sweet cream cheese filling and fresh strawberries makes every bite taste like dessert for breakfast.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sliced fresh strawberries
For the French Toast:
- 8 slices brioche or thick white bread
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Butter or oil for frying
For Serving (Optional):
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipped cream
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread on 4 slices of bread and top with sliced strawberries. Place the remaining 4 slices on top to make sandwiches.
- Make the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar together.
- Dip the Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Cook: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each sandwich 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Serve: Slice in half and serve warm with whipped cream, maple syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the filling the night before and store it in the fridge.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add blueberries, raspberries, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for variation.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect for weekend brunches, Mother’s Day, or Valentine’s breakfast.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: Use dairy-free cream cheese and plant-based milk for a vegan twist.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet or air fryer for best texture.