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Fluffy Blueberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

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A deliciously fluffy French toast stuffed with a creamy vanilla-sweetened cream cheese filling and fresh blueberries, perfect for a cozy breakfast or special brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick brioche or challah bread (day-old preferred)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened (full fat recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or dairy-free alternative (almond milk suggested)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for cooking
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar for dusting, fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese filling by beating softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Slice each brioche slice and carefully cut a pocket into the center without cutting all the way through.
  3. Stuff each bread pocket with about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling and a generous tablespoon of blueberries. Press gently to close.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Dip each stuffed bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking about 20-30 seconds per side without oversoaking.
  6. Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar, drizzled with maple syrup, and garnished with fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Use day-old brioche or challah bread for best texture to prevent sogginess. Soak bread just enough to absorb custard without falling apart. Cook on medium heat to avoid burning. Whip cream cheese filling until light and fluffy for easier stuffing and melting. Keep cooked slices warm in a low oven if making a large batch. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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