Description
This Stuffed Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast transforms a breakfast staple into a gourmet masterpiece. Thick slices of buttery brioche are sandwiched with a velvety cream cheese filling and sweet strawberries, then dipped in a rich custard and fried until golden and crisp.
Ingredients
The Sandwich Base
- 8 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 2 tablespoons butter (for the skillet)
The Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
The Custard Coating
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
Mix Filling: Blend softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
Assemble: Spread mixture onto 4 slices of bread. Layer with sliced strawberries and a dollop of preserves. Top with remaining bread and press firmly.
Dip: Whisk eggs and milk in a shallow dish. Dip each sandwich, soaking both sides and the edges for a few seconds.
Fry: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry for 2–3 mins per side until deep golden brown.
Finish: Dust with powdered sugar while warm and serve immediately.
Notes
Low and Slow: Use medium-low heat so the brioche browns perfectly while the cream cheese center has time to become molten.
Bread Selection: Enriched breads like Brioche or Challah have a sturdy crumb that supports heavy fillings without tearing.
Fresh vs. Frozen: Fresh berries are essential; frozen ones release too much moisture during cooking, leading to a soggy interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Stovetop / Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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