Stuffed French Toast With Strawberries

Stuffed French Toast

French toast is an amazing way to take your breakfast to the next level. Not only does it give off an impressive and fancy vibe, but it also needs to be super easy to make to be a go-to choice for those hectic mornings. One of my favorites has been banana French toast for years. It’s a breeze – just mash some bananas, mix with eggs, dunk the bread, and you’re ready to roll. Alternatively, I prepare a baked brioche casserole the night before, making it a hassle-free morning as all you need to do is pop it in the oven. This French toast stuffed with a sweet cream cheese filling and fresh strawberries is the best. It levels up the classic French toast recipe with a few simple steps and ingredients. This delicious stuffed French toast is ideal for a leisurely brunch when you have a bit more time on your hands. It’s not too complicated, just requires a bit of effort. Plus, it’s a delightful choice for a Valentine’s Day breakfast, Mother’s Day brunch, and other special occasions.

Ingredients

I am highlighting just the ones that need further explanation. The complete list is in the recipe card below.

Bread – Grab yourself some thick, sturdy, and slightly stale bread that can handle the egg mixture without turning into a mushy mess. Our go-to choices include brioche, challah, French bread, and sourdough – they work like a charm! Eggs – If you don’t want to use eggs, substitute flax eggs instead. Milk – Feel free to use whatever milk you’ve got in your fridge, but I’ve noticed that milk with a bit more fat gives that extra creaminess to the French toast. And if you’re dairy-free, almond or soy milk would be fantastic choices for this recipe! Cream cheese – Don’t forget to grab your cream cheese from the fridge before you kick off this recipe. Let it soften up a bit, making it easier to mix with the other ingredients. Whipped cream cheese would also work for this stuffed French toast. Honey or maple syrup – These add a nice sweetness to this recipe and can be used interchangeably here. Strawberries – Fresh strawberries really take this brunch item over the top, but frozen strawberries would also work.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Equipment

I love using this electric griddle because I can do multiple sandwiches at once and will fry my stuffed French toast to golden brown perfection. Medium heat is the best for cooking French toast. Set up a toppings buffet for this amazing strawberry stuffed French toast. Let everyone choose their favorite toppings for a personalized plate of deliciousness! Here are some toppings to try:

Whipped cream Powdered sugar Fresh berries Butter Chocolate chips Maple or strawberry syrup

Storage

If you’ve got some French toast left over, just pop it in an airtight container in the fridge – good for up to three days. Store any leftover toppings, like fresh fruit, separately. When you’re ready to dig in again, just toss them on a skillet or in the oven to reheat! I don’t recommend freezing this.