Description
Indulge in a luxurious breakfast with this creamy strawberry cheesecake stuffed French toast! Made with buttery brioche, fresh strawberries, and a rich cream cheese filling, this dish is sure to be a morning favorite.
Ingredients
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Produce:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced, plus extra for garnish)
Baking & Spices:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Dairy:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup milk
Other:
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 2 large eggs
- Butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
2. Assemble the French Toast:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over 4 slices of bread.
- Top with the remaining slices of bread to create 4 sandwiches.
3. Make the Egg Mixture:
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, and the remaining 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
4. Cook the French Toast:
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter to grease the surface.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
5. Serve:
- Slice the French toast sandwiches diagonally and arrange on plates.
- Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with extra strawberries. Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Bread Choice: Brioche or challah bread works best for this recipe, but thick-cut white bread is also a great alternative.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the cream cheese filling the night before and refrigerate to save time in the morning.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free bread to make this dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
