Breakfast · Entree
Stuffed French Toast
Golden brioche sandwiches filled with vanilla cream cheese and fresh strawberries, finished with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
- Prep time
- 15 minutes
- Cook time
- 15 minutes
- Total time
- 30 minutes
- Servings
- 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 thick slices brioche bread
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225 g)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries (225 g)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (240 mL)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture onto four slices of brioche, top with sliced strawberries, then place the remaining bread slices on top to make four sandwiches.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides well.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Cook the stuffed French toast for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Slice each piece in half and drizzle generously with warm maple syrup.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.