Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast
Delightful fluffy French toast filled with sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries, perfect for impressing family and friends during breakfast.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar plus more for dusting
For the French Toast
- 8 slices thick bread (Challah or Brioche preferred)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or a plant-based alternative)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- as needed Butter or oil, for frying
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, chopped strawberries, and powdered sugar. Stir until combined and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
Assembly and Cooking
- Take a slice of bread, spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling on one side, and top with another slice to create a sandwich. Repeat for the remaining slices.
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, letting it soak for a couple of seconds on each side.
- Carefully place the soaked sandwiches on the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the French toast to a plate, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, use thick brioche or challah bread. The filling can be made a night before to enhance flavors. Experiment with different fruits for variations.