Galley Wench's Stuffed French Toast

Indulge in the decadent delight of Galley Wench's Stuffed French Toast, a brunch masterpiece that combines creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors in every bite. This recipe takes thick slices of brioche or challah bread and fills them with a luscious mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and fresh sliced strawberries, creating a heavenly filling that bursts with freshness. The sandwiches are then soaked in a rich custard blend of eggs, milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, and sugar before being perfectly griddled to golden-brown perfection. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, this stuffed French toast is an irresistible option for a special breakfast or weekend brunch. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough to elevate any table, this dish offers a perfect balance of crisp edges, creamy interiors, and a hint of fruity sweetness.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 0.25 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
• 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah recommended)
• 4 eggs
• 1 cups milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
• 0 optional maple syrup (for serving)
• 0 optional powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth.

Step 2

Fold the sliced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture. Set aside.

Step 3

Lay out the slices of bread and spread the cream cheese mixture onto half of the slices, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 4

Top with the remaining slices of bread to create sandwiches.

Step 5

In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt until combined.

Step 6

Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the pan.

Step 7

Dip each stuffed bread sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not overly soaked.

Step 8

Place the sandwiches onto the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if necessary, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 9

To serve, slice the stuffed French toast in half diagonally, dust with powdered sugar, and drizzle with maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1381.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3141.7

Total Fat 190.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 1297.9mg	0%
Sodium 3167.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 137.5g
Protein 80.5g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 854.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 1568.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 35.3%