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Creamy Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

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A quick and easy breakfast recipe featuring thick slices of brioche or challah stuffed with a creamy mixture of cream cheese and fresh strawberries, soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon egg batter and cooked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick brioche or challah bread (about 1 inch thick)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (about 150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or half-and-half (almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, extra sliced strawberries, honey

Instructions

  1. Prep the Filling: Soften cream cheese until smooth (about 1 minute with mixer or 3 minutes by hand). Gently stir in chopped strawberries and set aside.
  2. Mix the Egg Batter: Whisk together eggs, milk or half-and-half, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until combined and slightly frothy (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Assemble the Stuffed Toast: Cut a pocket or slit in the middle of each bread slice without cutting all the way through. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese and strawberry mixture inside each slice, pressing gently to fill evenly.
  4. Soak the Bread: Dip each stuffed slice into the egg mixture, soaking about 20-30 seconds per side until saturated but not soggy.
  5. Cook the French Toast: Heat butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook soaked bread slices 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp, adjusting heat as needed.
  6. Serve Warm: Transfer to plates, dust with powdered sugar, and top with extra sliced strawberries or maple syrup. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overstuff the bread to avoid leaks during cooking. Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah to prevent falling apart. Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for smooth blending. Cook over medium heat to achieve a golden crust without burning. If browning too fast, lower heat and cover loosely to steam inside. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days and can be frozen individually wrapped.

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