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Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast Bake

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If you’re looking for the perfect weekend breakfast or brunch treat, this Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast Bake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s rich, creamy, sweet, and bursting with fresh strawberries, all while being incredibly easy to prepare.

    Ingredients

    For the French Toast:

      • 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, sliced thick

      • 4 large eggs

      • 1 cup whole milk

      • ½ cup heavy cream

      • ¼ cup granulated sugar

      • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

      • 1 tsp cinnamon

      • ¼ tsp salt

    For the Cream Cheese Filling:

      • 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened

      • ¼ cup powdered sugar

      • 1 tsp vanilla extract

      • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, diced

    For Topping:

      • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

      • Powdered sugar

    • Maple syrup

    Instructions

    Step 1: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling

      1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

      1. Gently fold in diced strawberries. Set aside.

    Step 2: Assemble the French Toast Bake

      1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

      1. Arrange half of the bread slices in the baking dish.

      1. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bread.

      1. Layer the remaining bread slices on top, sandwiching the filling.

    Step 3: Make the Custard

      1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

      1. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked.

      1. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

    Step 4: Bake the French Toast

      1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

      1. Remove from the fridge and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

    Step 5: Garnish & Serve

      1. Let the French toast bake cool for 5 minutes before serving.

      1. Top with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar.

      1. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness.

    1. Serve warm and enjoy this deliciously creamy, crispy, and fruity breakfast!

    Notes

    Storage & Reheating Tips

    ✔ Refrigerate Leftovers: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    ✔ Freeze for Later: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.

    ✔ Reheat Easily: Warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.

    • Author: niold.com

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