Imagine waking up to a breakfast that's not just a meal, but a decadent experience that transforms your ordinary morning into a gourmet celebration! This Strawberry Champagne Stuffed French Toast is the ultimate breakfast indulgence that combines the classic comfort of French toast with an elegant twist of champagne-infused strawberry jam and creamy cheese filling. Perfect for special occasions, lazy weekend mornings, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinary, this recipe will make you feel like you're dining in a five-star restaurant right in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup strawberry champagne jam
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese filling by softening the cream cheese at room temperature and mixing it until smooth.
- Take 4 slices of bread and spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each slice, ensuring even coverage.
- Spread strawberry champagne jam over the cream cheese layer on each slice.
- Top each cream cheese and jam-covered slice with another slice of bread, creating a sandwich-like structure.
- In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a pat of butter to coat the cooking surface.
- Carefully dip each stuffed bread sandwich into the egg mixture, allowing both sides to be evenly coated but not soaked through.
- Place the soaked stuffed French toast onto the heated buttered skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet and place on serving plates, allowing to cool slightly.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar just before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh strawberries or additional jam on the side for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Use slightly stale bread for better absorption of the egg mixture and a crispier exterior. Day-old bread works best!
- Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, easy spreading.
- Don't soak the bread too long in the egg mixture - a quick dip is all you need to prevent soggy toast.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned griddle to prevent sticking and achieve a perfect golden-brown color.
- Keep the heat at medium to prevent burning while ensuring the inside is thoroughly heated.
- For an extra touch of elegance, use a high-quality strawberry champagne jam or make your own infused jam.
- Serve immediately after cooking to maintain the crispy texture and warm, gooey filling.
- For a picture-perfect presentation, use a fine-mesh sieve to dust powdered sugar evenly over the toast.
- If you're preparing for a crowd, you can keep finished French toast warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while cooking the remaining batches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 130mg
