Description
Indulge in a delightful Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast recipe that combines creamy cheesecake filling with sweet strawberries and perfectly cooked golden French toast. This delicious breakfast treat is easy to prepare, featuring thick-cut bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla egg batter and pan-fried to perfection. Topped with a luscious strawberry cheesecake mixture and maple syrup, it’s the perfect way to start your day or impress brunch guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced strawberries
French Toast Batter
- 8 slices thick-cut bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
For Cooking and Serving
- Butter, for frying
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Additional diced strawberries, for garnish
- Powdered sugar (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced strawberries to combine without breaking them down too much.
- Make the egg batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully blended and smooth.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of thick-cut bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a pat of butter. Once melted and sizzling, cook the soaked bread slices until they are golden brown on one side, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time until cooked through and crisp on the outside.
- Assemble and serve: Place a cooked slice of French toast on a serving plate. Top generously with a spoonful of the strawberry cheesecake mixture. Drizzle with maple syrup, and garnish with additional diced strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bread like brioche or challah for a richer taste and better soaking texture.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon or vanilla in the egg batter to suit your preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- This recipe can be doubled easily to serve more guests.
