Stuffed French Toast Recipe is so decadent with the best strawberry cream cheese filling. You will love how easy it is and the results are so delicious.
French toast is super easy to make and your family will go crazy over this stuffed version. If you thought regular French toast was good, you will think this recipe is out of this world.
French Toast is a delicious breakfast or brunch idea that we love to serve for Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Morning. We love the twist on a classic recipe that is easy to make.
The French Toast cooks golden brown in a skillet for a quick and easy breakfast.
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Variations Ideas
Fruit – Feel free to change the fruit to any type of fresh berries. We have even added bananas with the strawberries for added flavor.
Spread – Substitute the cream cheese with Nutella, Peanut Butter or Jam.
How to Make Stuffed French Toast
Step 1 – In a shallow bowl to mix the large eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar. Whisk until everything is well combined.
Step 2 – In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar. You want this really smooth and mixed together well.
Step 3 – Take two slices of bread and spread some of the cream cheese mixture onto each piece of bread. Try to keep the mixture in the middle and not around the edges. This will help once you are frying it.
Step 4 – The strawberries need to be dry so you don’t add extra moisture to the french toast. Just use a paper towel to dry them to remove any excess juices.
Step 5 – Once they are dry, layer some of the strawberries in a single layer on one piece of bread and place. Add the other piece of bread on top.
Step 6 – Lastly, melt the butter in a large skillet. While this is melting, dip each sandwich in the mixture until fully coated. Quickly transfer French toast to the hot, greased skillet.
Step 7 – Cook until golden brown and serve with your favorite toppings.
Expert Tips
Stale Bread – For the best French Toast texture use stale bread. This will create soft and fluffy French Toast.
Cream Cheese – To easily spread the cream cheese on the bread, we recommend it being soft.
Strawberries – Slice strawberries thinly so that it is easily lays flat on the bread.
Cooking French Toast – Pan Fry the French Toast in a skillet that has been preheated with melted butter in a single layer. This will help to create the best texture.
Topping Ideas
These stuffed French Toast taste even better with your favorite toppings.
This stuffed French Toast is the perfect recipe to serve for any occasion. We love to serve for the holidays. Serve with Air Fryer Bacon and Fruit Salad Recipe.
When placing the bread in the milk mixture, make sure to not soak the bread for no longer than 15 seconds. You want to coat the bread but quickly remove and place on the hot skillet. This helps to keep the bread from getting soggy.
What is the Best Bread for French Toast?
French Toast bread is best made with slightly stale thick bread. We like using Brioche, Challah, French Bread, and French Baguettes. You can even use gluten-free bread.
How to Keep French Toast Warm Before Serving?
We usually cook the French Toast in batches so before serving, I usually place the prepared French Toast in a baking dish and place in a warm oven. This works best for my large family. This way everyone gets a warm breakfast.
How to Store Leftover French Toast
Store leftover French Toast in an Airtight Container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each of two slices of bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
Pat the sliced strawberries dry with a paper towel, then arrange them in a single layer on one slice of bread. Top with the second slice to make a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining bread and filling.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Work in batches, adding more butter as needed.
Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides, then transfer immediately to the hot skillet.
Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, additional fresh strawberries, or whipped cream, if desired.
Recipe Notes
The entire family will devour this yummy breakfast recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Calories 665kcal, Carbohydrates 56g, Protein 12g, Fat 45g, Saturated Fat 22g, Cholesterol 166mg, Sodium 715mg, Potassium 109mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 25g, Vitamin A 1126IU, Calcium 84mg, Iron 13mg
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This is the best French toast we have ever had.
These are a fan favorite for Saturday morning breakfast at my house!
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