stuffed french toast
This delightful stuffed French toast is a delicious breakfast treat that's sure to impress. Cream cheese and strawberries create a sweet and creamy center, all enveloped in golden-brown egg-dipped bread. Perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 frying pan or skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced Feel free to substitute with other fruits such as blueberries or bananas.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Consider adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- 2 tbsp sugar (for the filling)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
- maple syrup (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sliced strawberries, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until smooth and well incorporated. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully blended.
- Take two slices of the bread and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on one slice. Top with the other slice to create a sandwich. Repeat this step for the remaining bread slices.
- Heat a frying pan or skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Let it melt and foam.
- Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated.
- Place the dipped sandwiches in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter if needed for the second batch.
- Once cooked, remove from the pan and let them cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve hot with maple syrup on the side.
Notes
Feel free to substitute strawberries with other fruits such as blueberries or bananas.
To add a little extra flavor to the egg mixture, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of orange juice.
These stuffed French toasts can be made ahead of time and reheated in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.