Description
Heavenly strawberry cheesecake stuffed french toast combines creamy cheesecake filling with golden-brown bread, creating a breakfast masterpiece that elevates morning indulgence. Sweet strawberries and rich cream cheese nestled between perfectly crisp slices promise pure deliciousness you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) fresh strawberries, diced
- 4 slices bread
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) powdered sugar
Flavoring:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a luscious filling by whipping softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until velvety smooth, then delicately incorporate fresh diced strawberries.
- Create decadent sandwich-style toast by spreading the creamy strawberry mixture between two bread slices, pressing gently to seal the delightful filling.
- Prepare a luxurious egg bath by whisking eggs, milk, vanilla, and optional cinnamon in a wide, shallow container until thoroughly combined.
- Heat a skillet to medium temperature, adding a thin layer of butter to prevent sticking and ensure golden caramelization.
- Carefully immerse each stuffed bread pocket into the egg mixture, ensuring complete and even coating on both surfaces.
- Transfer the saturated toast to the heated skillet, cooking for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a rich, golden-brown exterior and ensuring the interior is thoroughly heated.
- Plate the crispy French toast by sprinkling with delicate powdered sugar, garnishing with fresh strawberry slices, and optionally drizzling with warm maple syrup for an indulgent finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing the creamy filling to remain soft and luxurious.
Notes
- Choose room temperature cream cheese for a smoother, lump-free filling that blends effortlessly with other ingredients.
- Dice strawberries into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the cream cheese mixture.
- Pat bread slices dry before stuffing to prevent soggy texture and help seal the cream cheese filling effectively.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular bread with gluten-free bread slices without compromising the delicious flavor profile.
- Create a lighter version by using low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt as partial substitutes in the filling.
- Prevent burning by using medium-low heat and adding a touch of butter or oil to the pan for even, golden-brown cooking.
- Customize the recipe by experimenting with other berries like blueberries or raspberries for unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 274 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 134 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 62 mg