Description
Delight in this luscious Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast recipe, where soft challah bread slices are filled with a creamy blend of cream cheese and strawberry jam, then dipped in a vanilla-infused egg batter and pan-fried to golden perfection. Topped with fresh berries, maple syrup, and powdered sugar, this breakfast favorite is a perfect balance of sweet and creamy indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast
- 1 challah bread, sliced into 1 inch thick pieces
- 3 eggs
- 1 ¼ cup whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup strawberry jam (or your favorite jam)
Toppings
- Strawberries or other berries, cut into pieces
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and strawberry jam together until you achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency perfect for stuffing the bread.
- Make bread pockets: Slice the challah bread into 1-inch thick pieces. Carefully cut an opening along the edge of each bread slice, creating a pocket without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff the bread: Using a butter knife, spread a few teaspoons of the cream cheese and jam filling into each pocket. Avoid overfilling to prevent leakage during cooking. Seal the edges by pressing them with a fork.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Dip the stuffed bread: Submerge each stuffed bread slice in the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly to ensure even cooking and flavor.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Cook each stuffed bread slice for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve and garnish: Top the warm stuffed French toast with fresh strawberries or other berries, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle powdered sugar over the top for a beautiful and delicious finish.
Notes
- Use challah bread for its soft texture and slight sweetness, but brioche can be a good substitute.
- Do not overfill the bread pockets to avoid filling spilling out during cooking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure the skillet or griddle is at medium heat to cook the toast evenly without burning.
- Fresh berries can be replaced with any seasonal fruits as preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, stuffed french toast, breakfast recipe, challah french toast, cream cheese french toast, sweet breakfast, brunch ideas
