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Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast

Golden brioche stuffed with creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, dipped in custard, and pan-fried to perfection. A rich and indulgent brunch favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Bakery-Style
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp lemon zest optional
  • 0.75 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
French Toast
  • 8 thick slices brioche or challah bread
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.75 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp butter for cooking
Serving / Topping
  • fresh strawberries for garnish
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • maple syrup optional
  • whipped cream optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Shallow bowl or dish
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Fold in finely chopped fresh strawberries.
  4. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly onto 4 slices of bread.
  5. Place the remaining slices on top to form sandwiches.
  6. Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow bowl.
  7. Dip each stuffed sandwich into the custard mixture for 10–15 seconds per side.
  8. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  9. Cook each sandwich for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
  10. Let sandwiches rest 1–2 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh strawberries and maple syrup.

Notes

Use slightly stale brioche for best texture. Cook on medium heat to avoid burning. Optionally drizzle with white chocolate for extra indulgence.