Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, a breakfast treat that combines fluffy bread with a luscious filling of sweet strawberries and creamy cheese. This easy-to-make dish transforms any morning into a special occasion, making it perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts. Each bite is a heavenly experience topped with a drizzle of maple syrup that will leave everyone wanting 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 thick slices challah or brioche bread
- 4 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter for frying
- Maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and slice strawberries; set aside.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sliced strawberries, and sugar; mash until combined but chunky.
- Create the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in another bowl until smooth.
- Assemble the Toast: Spread the strawberry-cream cheese mixture between two slices of bread and press gently to seal.
- Heat Up That Pan: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg mixture until fully coated.
- Cook Until Golden: Fry each side for about three minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed slice (140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Substitute strawberries with blueberries or bananas for a fruity twist. Enhance flavors by adding spices like nutmeg or extra cinnamon. Use day-old bread for a fluffier texture.