Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed Toast (Printable)
Creamy cheesecake and blueberries tucked inside golden brioche French toast for a decadent breakfast treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cheesecake Filling
01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
04 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
→ French Toast
05 - 8 slices brioche bread, cut 1 inch thick
06 - 3 large eggs
07 - 3/4 cup whole milk
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for pan-frying
11 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
→ Optional Toppings
12 - Additional fresh blueberries
13 - Pure maple syrup
14 - Freshly whipped cream
# How To Make It:
01 - In a small mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until completely smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
02 - Lay out all 8 brioche slices on a clean work surface. Divide the cheesecake filling evenly among 4 slices, spreading it in a generous, even layer. Place the remaining 4 slices on top to form 4 stuffed sandwiches, pressing gently to seal.
03 - In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined and slightly frothy.
04 - Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg custard, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds per side. Ensure both sides are evenly coated but not oversaturated.
05 - Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet or griddle set over medium heat. Working in batches if necessary, cook each sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and heated through to the center.
06 - Transfer the cooked French toast to serving plates. Dust generously with powdered sugar and finish with additional fresh blueberries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of whipped cream as desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The cheesecake filling stays cool and creamy inside while the outside gets crisp and caramelized, creating an irresistible contrast in every bite.
- It looks wildly impressive but comes together with everyday ingredients and about half an hour of your time.
02 -
- If the bread is too fresh and soft it will tear when you spread the filling, so try using day-old brioche or toasting the slices lightly first.
- Do not rush the heat because medium is the sweet spot where the outside browns before the inside gets soggy.
03 -
- Freeze the assembled sandwiches for fifteen minutes before dipping them in custard because a firmer filling holds its shape and does not squish out during frying.
- A pinch of nutmeg alongside the cinnamon in the custard adds a warmth that makes people ask what your secret is.