Description
This Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast is a decadent breakfast treat that combines thick, custardy French toast with a creamy cheesecake filling and a sweet blueberry compote. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a special weekend morning, this vegetarian dish is indulgent yet easy to prepare, bringing together rich flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Blueberry Compote: In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 8-10 minutes until thickened. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Assemble the French Toast: Spread a generous layer of cheesecake filling on one side of 4 bread slices. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of blueberry compote over the filling. Top with the remaining 4 bread slices to form sandwiches.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Dip each stuffed bread sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides. Place in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Slice each sandwich diagonally and serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and a spoonful of remaining blueberry compote on top.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Substitute frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable; no need to thaw.
- Store leftover compote in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For extra decadence, dust with powdered sugar or add a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed French toast sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg