Strawberry Cream French Toast
Indulge in a delightful breakfast with this Strawberry Cream French Toast. Soft, fluffy bread is filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture and topped with fresh strawberries, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or weekend brunch.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 shallow dish
- 1 frying pan or griddle
- 1 spatula
- 4 serving plates
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 2 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
- to taste serving Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Take 4 slices of the bread and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on each. Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Heat a frying pan or griddle over medium heat and add butter.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated.
- Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once done, transfer to serving plates and top with fresh sliced strawberries.
- Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the egg mixture.
You can substitute with other fruits such as blueberries or bananas, if preferred.
Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.