Stuffed Toast with Strawberries & Cream (Printable Version)
Fluffy brioche loaded with cream cheese and strawberries, dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla egg coating and fried until golden perfection. Made for mornings that call for something extra.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup diced fresh strawberries
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½ cup milk
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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4 oz softened cream cheese
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8 thick brioche bread slices (about 1 inch each)
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3 large eggs
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1 tsp cinnamon powder
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1 tsp vanilla essence
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2 tbsp butter (to cook)
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Extra strawberries & maple syrup for topping
# Steps:
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In a bowl, blend the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and strawberries until combined.
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Layer the filling between two pieces of brioche to make a sandwich.
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In a flat dish, whisk eggs with milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
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Dip each sandwich into the egg mix so both sides are coated.
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Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Fry each sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
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Sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top, then add some maple syrup and extra strawberries.
# Notes:
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Want to prep in advance? Store the filling in the fridge overnight.
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Slightly stale brioche is better since it soaks up the batter without falling apart.