Berry and cream cheese stuffed french toast
Indulge in a decadent and delicious sweet treat with this berry and cream cheese stuffed french toast. Thick slices of bread are filled with a luscious cream cheese and mixed berry filling, then dipped in a sweet egg mixture and cooked until golden brown. Drizzle with maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar for a breakfast or brunch that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
For the berry and cream cheese filling:
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), chopped
For the french toast:
- 8 slices thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or cooking spray, for cooking
For serving:
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Additional berries for garnish
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped mixed berries until evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese mixture. Set aside.
- In a shallow dish or pie plate, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese and berry filling onto 4 slices of the bread, then top each with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt butter or coat with cooking spray.
- Place the stuffed French toast sandwiches in the skillet or griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and transfer to serving plates.
- Serve the Berry and Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and dusted with powdered sugar. Garnish with additional berries if desired.
Enjoy this indulgent and flavorful berry and cream cheese stuffed french toast as a sweet and satisfying dessert or brunch option. The creamy filling and burst of mixed berries make each bite irresistible, while the golden brown exterior adds a delightful crunch. Perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend mornings!
