Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast with Streusel Topper and Fresh

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this decadent Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast with Streusel Topper and Fresh Berries! Thick slices of brioche or challah are filled with a luscious, tangy lemon cream made from cream cheese, powdered sugar, and fresh lemon zest, then dipped in a rich vanilla custard and skillet-cooked to golden perfection. A buttery cinnamon streusel topping adds a delightful crunch, finished off with a quick broil for a crisp, caramelized texture. Garnished with vibrant, juicy berries and a drizzle of pure maple syrup, this dish is a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weekend treat, this recipe will impress everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 Eggs
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Fresh berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 2

Take each slice of bread and create a pocket by carefully slicing along one side without cutting all the way through.

Step 3

Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each bread pocket with about 2 tablespoons of the lemon cream mixture.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and vanilla extract to create the custard mixture.

Step 5

For the streusel, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter in a small bowl until crumbly. Set aside.

Step 6

Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 7

Dip each stuffed bread slice into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds per side.

Step 8

Place the soaked bread onto the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked French toast to an oven-safe baking dish, sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the slices, and place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned and crisp.

Step 10

Serve the French toast warm, garnished with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1726.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3977.8

Total Fat 182.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 1261.0mg	0%
Sodium 2369.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 521.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 336.3g
Protein 89.3g	0%

Vitamin D 325.0IU	0%
Calcium 1016.0mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1921.8mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 51.1%