Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, a breakfast classic that transforms your mornings into a blissful culinary adventure. This dish features thick, golden-brown slices of brioche or challah stuffed with a luscious cream cheese and strawberry filling. Perfect for lazy weekends or special brunches, each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and creamy flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and chopped strawberries until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until frothy.
- Spread the strawberry-cream cheese mixture between two slices of bread to create a sandwich.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbly.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture on both sides before placing them in the hot skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Serve warm with maple syrup drizzled on top and extra strawberries as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries. Ensure each slice is coated well but not overly soaked to prevent sogginess. Top with whipped cream for an indulgent treat.