Description
Indulge in this delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast, combining creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries sandwiched between thick slices of brioche or challah bread. Perfectly cooked until golden brown and served with optional toppings like maple syrup or whipped cream, this sweet breakfast treat is ideal for brunch or a special morning.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
For the French Toast
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil for cooking
Optional Toppings
- More fresh strawberries
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. This rich filling will be spread inside the bread slices.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top each with sliced fresh strawberries, then cover with the remaining 4 slices to form sandwiches, pressing lightly to secure the filling.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth. This mixture will soak into the bread for flavor and texture.
- Dip the Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich carefully into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side so that the bread absorbs just enough to cook properly without falling apart.
- Cook the Stuffed French Toast: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil. Cook each stuffed sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown, crisp, and cooked through, ensuring the filling is warm and melty.
- Serve: Serve the French toast warm with optional toppings such as additional fresh strawberries, a dusting of powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream to complement the flavors and add extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bread like brioche or challah to better hold the cheesecake filling and strawberries without falling apart.
- You can swap strawberries for raspberries or blueberries depending on your preference or seasonal availability.
- Be gentle when dipping the sandwiches to avoid the filling leaking out during cooking.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cream cheese and milk alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed French toast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
