Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this luscious Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast! Perfectly soft slices of brioche or challah bread are stuffed with a rich and velvety cream cheese mixture enhanced by sweet bursts of fresh strawberries, then dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla custard for a decadent twist on a classic favorite. Cooked to golden perfection in a buttery skillet, these heavenly French toast "sandwiches" are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and irresistibly flavorful. Serve them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, or extra strawberries for a show-stopping breakfast or brunch that’s both comforting and elegant. Ideal for weekend mornings or special occasions, this recipe blends the best of cheesecake and French toast into one unforgettable dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Strawberries, sliced
- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 8 slices Thick brioche or challah bread slices
- 2 tbsp Butter, for frying
- optional Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in sliced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture and set aside.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground cinnamon, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to create the custard mixture.
Take one slice of bread and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto it. Place another slice of bread on top, pressing gently to create a 'sandwich.' Repeat with all bread slices.
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
Dip one sandwich into the custard mixture, coating both sides evenly. Allow excess custard to drip off before placing it onto the skillet.
Cook the French toast for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, additional sliced strawberries, or powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.1 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1407 mg | 469% | |
| Sodium | 2961 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 363.7 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.7 g | ||
| Protein | 105.1 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 1029 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1735 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
