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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 stacked and topped with fresh strawberries and maple syrup
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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.

The sweet cream cheese filling is so creamy and tasty. Enjoy this at home in  minutes and for a fraction of the cost of restaurants. We have even made Hawaiian Roll French Toast, Cinnamon French Toast, and Banana Bread French Toast.

Why We Love this Recipe

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.

Ingredients

Ingredients - Thick slices of bread, vanilla extract, butter, cream cheese, fresh strawberries, milk, eggs, powdered sugar, and brown sugar

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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.
Slice strawberries on paper towels

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.

Thick slices of bread topped with cream cheese and slice strawberries

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.

Dipping bread in the milk, cinnamon mixture in a shallow bowl

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.

Cooking French Toast in a 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.
Stuffed French Toast on a plate topped with slice strawberries and maple syrup

Topping Ideas

These stuffed French Toast taste even better with your favorite toppings.

  • Powdered sugar
  • Maple syrup or try making homemade syrup.
  • Fresh fruit. Strawberries and blueberries are great options.
  • Whipped cream. We have an easy homemade whipped cream recipe that is delicious.
  • Cinnamon sugar mixture sprinkled on top is also tasty.
  • We even love chopped nuts such as walnuts, pecans or almonds.

We also love overnight french toast recipe.

Serving Suggestions

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.

It even pairs well with Over Hard Eggs and Strawberry Pancakes.

Stuffed French Toast cut in half stacked on a plate with fresh strawberries

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Trick to Not Soggy French Toast?

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.

More Easy French Toast Recipes

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Stuffed French Toast Recipe

5 from 4 votes
Looking for an easy french toast recipe. You are going to love this Kid Friendly Stuffed French Toast recipe. Simple french toast recipe for kids.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Breakfast
Calories 665

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 12 slices Texas toast or any thick artisan like bread
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced thin
  • 8 tbsp butter for frying
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Instructions

  • Combine eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar in a shallow bowl.
  • Whisk well until all of the ingredients are fully incorporated. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined, about 1 minute.
  • Take two slices of bread and spread about 1 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture onto each piece of bread keeping clear of the edges.
  • Pat strawberries dry with a paper towel to soak up any excess juices. Layer strawberries in a single layer on one piece of bread and place the other piece of bread on top..
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Dip each “sandwich” in egg mixture until fully coated. Quickly transfer French toast to the hot, greased skillet.
  • Cook each side for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until each golden brown.
  • Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup fresh strawberries, or whipped cream .

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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  1. Bonnie says:

    5 stars
    This is the best French toast we have ever had.

  2. Carrie says:

    Yes!

  3. Ashley says:

    5 stars
    These are a fan favorite for Saturday morning breakfast at my house!