Description
This indulgent French toast is stuffed with a creamy, sweetened cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries. Topped with whipped cream and syrup, it’s a delightful breakfast or brunch treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 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. Set aside.
- Prepare the French toast: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Assemble the stuffed French toast: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining slices of bread to create a sandwich.
- 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, making sure to coat both sides evenly. Place the sandwiches on the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve: Top the French toast with fresh strawberry slices, whipped cream, and a drizzle of maple syrup or dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- You can use other fruits, such as blueberries or raspberries, if you prefer.
- For extra richness, you can use mascarpone cheese in place of cream cheese for the filling.
- If you don’t have thick bread, you can use regular sandwich bread, though thicker bread works better for stuffing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes