Strawberry Stuffed French Toast

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast is an amazing dish for breakfast, brunch, lunch and even breakfast for dinner! This easy french toast recipe will WOW your family and friends!

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast is made with mascarpone, Dutch honey syrup, fresh strawberries, and buttery brioche, pound cake, or angel food, for a perfectly delicious dish to enjoy for breakfast!

Ask and you shall receive! When readers ask me for specific recipes, it may take me awhile, but I always pull through. Such is the case with Strawberry Stuffed French Toast.

Any fresh fruit can be substituted, but I highly suggest something soft and easy to chew; think berries (frozen or fresh), pears or bananas. If you are craving apples, then I encourage you to try out my Apple Pie French Toast.

The filling for Strawberry Stuffed French Toast is reminiscent of cream cheese frosting, rich and sweet, therefore you do not want to use an equally rich maple syrup. I highly recommend my family recipe for Dutch Honey Syrup.

Last tip, don’t allow your Stuffed French Toast to bake too long, or the mascarpone filling will literally melt away. Your goal is to warm it thoroughly, but not melt it!

What is Mascarpone Cheese?

Mascarpone is the Italian version of cream cheese. It’s a soft, mild cream cheese that is made from whole cream and either citric acid, lemon juice, or vinegar. It can be used in savory or sweet recipes like this french toast, risotto, cheesecake, or in a very well recognized dessert, tiramisu.

Lastly, but most importantly, THE BREAD, Stuffed French Toast can be made with any variety of bread, but tastes the most decadent when it is brioche, which is the type most fancy-pants breakfast places will use. It has a high egg and butter content, making its tender crumb flaky and literally melt in your mouth.

While I do make my own on some occasions, it is time consuming, so for this batch of Strawberry Stuffed French Toast I purchased a loaf from the local bakery. You can also use Angel Food Cake or Pound Cake!

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast should have a light, crispy, exterior, but remain soft and fluffy inside.

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Mascarpone and Strawberry Stuffed French Toast

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast is made with mascarpone, Dutch honey syrup, fresh strawberries, and buttery brioche, pound cake, or angel food, for a perfectly delicious dish to enjoy for breakfast!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: french toast recipe, stuffed french toast

Servings: 4

Calories: 763kcal

Author: Jessica Formicola

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Ingredients

French Toast:

• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese , softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 eggs , lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons buttermilk
• 8 slices brioche bread
• 1/2 pound strawberries , hulled and thinly sliced

Dutch Honey Syrup:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish:

• whipped cream
• fresh strawberries
• powdered sugar

Instructions

Dutch Honey Syrup (if using):

• Add the sugar, heavy cream, butter and vanilla to a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
• Continue to cook on a low simmer for 5-10 minutes. Mixture will thicken and reduce.
• Remove from heat and set aside until you are ready to serve.

French Toast:

• Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or electric hand mixer, blend together the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth. Set aside on the counter so it stays soft until you are ready to spread.
• Preheat the oven to 200°F. Heat an electric griddle to 350°F and coat with cooking spray. Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Dredge each slice of brioche into egg mixture and place onto the griddle. If you need to cook in batches, then do not dredge until you are ready to place onto the griddle.
• Cook on each side for 3-5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove to wire rack on baking sheet. Place in the oven to keep warm, continue until all bread is fried and browned.
• Spread four of the slices with the mascarpone mixture. Layer with the strawberry slices. Top with the other 4 slices and return to the oven to warm for 4-5 minutes.
• Serve with Dutch Honey Syrup and additional fresh strawberries. Enjoy your Mascarpone and Strawberry Stuffed French Toast!
• If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

Nutrition

Calories: 763kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 341mg | Sodium: 424mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 1630IU | Vitamin C: 33.3mg | Calcium: 166mg | Iron: 1.7mg