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Blueberry Stuffed French Toast

A delicious and creamy breakfast dish featuring soft brioche bread stuffed with a rich cream cheese filling and fresh blueberries, perfect for families and brunch lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Blueberry Sauce
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Adds a burst of juicy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Provides sweetness to balance the tartness of the blueberries.
  • 1/4 cup water Used to create a blueberry sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickens the blueberry sauce for a perfect consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Creates a rich, creamy filling.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the cream cheese mixture for an indulgent taste.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest Adds a bright, fresh note to the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Balances sweetness with a touch of acidity.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf brioche loaf Provides a soft, buttery base for the stuffed toast.
  • 4 large eggs Binds the ingredients and creates a custard-like texture.
  • 1/2 cup milk Adds creaminess to the egg mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Sweetens the egg mixture for a balanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Infuses a warm spice note.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness and helps with cooking on the griddle.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the blueberry sauce. Add 2 cups of blueberries, sugar, and water to a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is simmering and blueberries start to burst.
  2. Thicken the sauce. Stir in dissolved cornstarch and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a boil and let boil for two minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining cup of blueberries and vanilla extract.
  3. Mix the cream cheese filling. In a medium-sized bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until well combined. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.
Cooking
  1. Heat the griddle. Heat a nonstick griddle to medium heat.
  2. Prepare the egg mixture. In another medium-sized bowl, vigorously whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  3. Assemble the French toast. Spread the cream cheese mixture over 6 pieces of brioche bread. Top with fresh blueberries and press gently into the cream cheese. Top with another piece of brioche bread and press together gently.
  4. Cook the French toast. Add butter to the preheated griddle. Dip the assembled French toast into the egg mixture letting excess drip back into the bowl. Place on the hot griddle and cook until golden brown on both sides and cream cheese is warm and melting.
Serving
  1. Plate and serve. Serve with blueberry sauce over top for an extra indulgent touch.

Notes

To maximize flavor and texture, consider using fresh blueberries and allowing the assembled French toast to sit for a few minutes to soak up the egg mixture. Opt for high-quality brioche and don't rush the cooking process.