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Creamy Blueberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

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A creamy and fruity stuffed French toast recipe featuring cream cheese and fresh blueberries, perfect for a quick and indulgent breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick sliced bread (challah or brioche recommended)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries (frozen thawed and drained works too)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for cooking)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and fresh blueberries gently with a spoon, keeping most berries whole but crushing a few for creaminess. Set aside.
  2. Cut the bread: Using a serrated knife, slice a pocket into each thick bread slice about 3/4 of the way through, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. Stuff the bread: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the blueberry cream cheese mixture into each bread pocket. Press gently to close without squeezing out the filling.
  4. Make the egg batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and granulated sugar until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Dip the stuffed bread: One at a time, dip each stuffed slice into the egg mixture, soaking about 20 seconds on each side to allow custard penetration without falling apart.
  6. Cook the French toast: Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the dipped bread slices gently and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, with warm melty filling. Flip carefully to avoid losing filling.
  7. Serve warm: Dust with powdered sugar if desired and garnish with extra fresh blueberries.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy bread like challah or brioche to hold the filling well. Soften cream cheese before mixing for easy spreading. Dip bread slices about 20 seconds per side to avoid sogginess. Cook on medium heat to get a golden crust and creamy inside. Keep cooked slices warm in a 200°F oven if making for a crowd. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent soggy bread.

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Keywords: blueberry, cream cheese, stuffed French toast, breakfast, brunch, easy recipe, creamy, sweet, cinnamon

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