Description
Indulge in the sweet and creamy goodness of Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast. This decadent breakfast or brunch treat features a luscious cheesecake filling stuffed between two slices of golden, crispy French toast, topped with fresh strawberries and a drizzle of syrup. It’s a perfect way to elevate your weekend mornings or impress guests at a brunch gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
For the French Toast:
- 4 slices thick-cut bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Maple syrup (for drizzling)
Instructions
For the cheesecake filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Set the filling aside.
For the French toast:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter to coat the surface.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated.
- Place the coated bread on the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Assemble the stuffed French toast:
- Spread a generous amount of the cheesecake filling on one slice of the French toast.
- Top with a few fresh strawberry slices, then place another slice of French toast on top, creating a sandwich.
- Repeat the process for the second serving.
For the topping:
- In a small bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and let them sit for a few minutes to macerate and release their juices.
- Serve the stuffed French toast with the macerated strawberries on top, and drizzle with maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Notes
- You can make the cheesecake filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.
- Feel free to add other toppings like whipped cream, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
- For an extra indulgent treat, you can serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Cooking, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Stuffed French Toast, Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast, Creamy French Toast, Breakfast, Brunch, Cheesecake, Strawberry Topping