Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast, a perfect blend of sweet and creamy flavors that will elevate your breakfast or brunch to a whole new level.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
French Toast:
- Thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon butter or non-stick cooking spray
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- Additional fresh blueberries (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and fresh blueberries. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Slice the Bread: Carefully cut a pocket into each slice of thick bread without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff the Bread: Fill each bread pocket with the cheesecake filling mixture.
- Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a shallow bowl.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat with butter or cooking spray.
- Coat and Cook: Dip each stuffed bread slice in the egg mixture, then cook in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve: Plate the French toast, top with fresh blueberries, drizzle with maple syrup, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 160mg