Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast (Print Format)

Creamy cheesecake-filled toast with blueberries, golden crust, and a hint of vanilla for a decadent breakfast treat.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Cheesecake Filling

01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
03 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - ⅓ cup fresh or thawed blueberries

→ For the French Toast

05 - 8 slices thick bread, such as brioche or Texas toast
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - ½ cup milk
08 - ½ teaspoon cinnamon
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Butter or oil, for greasing

→ Optional Toppings

11 - Maple syrup
12 - Extra blueberries
13 - Powdered sugar

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the blueberries to keep them whole.
02 - Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese filling onto 4 slices of bread. Top each with another slice to create a sandwich and press them gently together.
03 - Whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a shallow dish.
04 - Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, evenly coating both sides. Let them soak briefly without becoming soggy.
06 - Place the soaked sandwiches on the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, with a warm and creamy center.
07 - Serve immediately while hot. Top with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and extra blueberries for garnish.

# Tips:

01 - Use slightly stale bread to help it absorb the custard better without falling apart during cooking.
02 - Feel free to tweak the filling by adding lemon zest for brightness or substituting other berries for variety.
03 - Cook the sandwiches over medium heat to ensure even cooking without burning the edges.