Description

Indulge in this delicious Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast, a perfect sweet breakfast or brunch treat. Thick slices of brioche or challah bread are filled with a luscious mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and fresh strawberries, then dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla egg batter and cooked to golden perfection. Served with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and extra strawberries, this dish is both visually stunning and irresistibly tasty.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Filling

4 oz cream cheese (softened)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh strawberries (diced)

Bread & Egg Mixture

8 slices brioche or challah bread
4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Cooking & Serving

2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Maple syrup (for serving)
Additional sliced strawberries (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them down too much.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread the strawberry cheesecake filling evenly onto four slices of brioche or challah bread. Then, top each with one of the remaining four slices to create stuffed sandwiches, pressing them gently together to seal.
Make the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until thoroughly combined. This will create a rich, flavorful custard to soak the sandwiches.
Dip the Sandwiches: Carefully dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, allowing both sides to soak well but avoiding oversaturation so the bread does not fall apart.
Cook the French Toast: Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once melted and hot, cook the stuffed French toast sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Serve: Transfer the cooked French toast to plates. Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle generously with maple syrup, and garnish with additional sliced strawberries for an elegant and tasty finish. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Use thick-cut bread such as brioche or challah to ensure the filling stays inside without leaking.
The cream cheese filling can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated to save time on the day of serving.
For a citrusy twist, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture.
Substitute strawberries with other fresh berries like raspberries or blueberries for different variations.
Cook over medium heat to avoid burning the bread while allowing the center to heat fully.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed French toast sandwich
Calories: 410
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 175mg