Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast
Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast is a delightful breakfast that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the richness of cream cheese, all enveloped in golden, fluffy bread. This indulgent dish transforms your morning routine into a special occasion, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy brunch at home. Easy to make and visually stunning, each bite offers a heavenly mix of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened cream cheese and diced strawberries until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until frothy.
- Spread an ample layer of the strawberry cream cheese mixture between two slices of bread to form a sandwich.
- Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg custard mixture on both sides until saturated (but not soggy).
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the stuffed sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with warm maple syrup before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (284g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting strawberries with blueberries or raspberries. - Use day-old bread for better absorption of the egg mixture; avoid over-soaking to prevent sogginess.