Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast
A delightful breakfast treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the comforting flavors of French toast, featuring fluffy brioche, sweet blueberries, and a heavenly filling.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 375kcal
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 150 g cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
For the French Toast
- 1 loaf day-old brioche
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup milk
- Butter for frying
Optional for Serving
- extra blueberries for garnish
- icing sugar for garnish
- maple syrup for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, caster sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
Assembling
- Slice the brioche into 8 thick slices.
- Spread the cheesecake filling on half of the brioche slices, then top with remaining slices to create sandwiches.
Making the Custard
- Whisk together egg, milk, cream, and cinnamon in a bowl until well blended.
Cooking
- Dip each sandwich into the custard mixture, soaking for about 20 seconds on each side.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and fry the soaked sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Serving
- Remove from the pan and serve warm, topped with extra blueberries, icing sugar, and maple syrup.
Notes
Use day-old bread for better soaking. Experiment with different berries. Adjust sugar for sweetness. Adding zest can brighten flavors. Cook in batches for larger groups.