Description
This Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast is a decadent breakfast treat that combines fluffy brioche bread with a luscious cream cheese and fresh strawberry filling. Perfectly dipped in a vanilla-cinnamon egg batter and cooked to golden perfection on the skillet, this recipe promises a delightful balance of creamy, fruity, and sweet flavors that will brighten any morning.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast Base
- 8 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter, for cooking
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Toppings
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- Whipped cream
- Maple syrup or powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and set aside to maintain freshness.
- Prepare the French toast batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined, creating a flavorful custard for dipping the bread.
- Assemble the stuffed French toast: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top each with the remaining slices to form pockets or sandwiches, ensuring the filling stays inside during cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly but allowing excess to drip off. Place the sandwiches on the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, adding more butter as needed to prevent sticking.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked stuffed French toast to plates. Top with fresh sliced strawberries, a dollop of whipped cream, and finish with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Use thick bread like brioche or Texas toast to hold the filling and absorb the batter without falling apart.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to easily mix for smooth filling.
- Chill the cheesecake filling briefly if it becomes too soft to spread easily.
- Cook on medium heat to ensure the bread gets golden without burning and the filling warms through.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the bread with gluten-free thick bread.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftover French toast can be reheated in a skillet or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
