Strawberry-Chocolate Stuffed French Toast

Chocolate and Strawberry-Filled French Toast

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2

Description:

Treat yourself to a romantic breakfast or surprise a loved one with this indulgent French toast recipe, inspired by The Cook’s Cottage and Suites in Fredericksburg, Texas—a renowned romantic getaway. Perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply delighting someone special.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of thick-cut bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• 4 tablespoons strawberry preserves
• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

For the Mandarin Orange Strawberry Sauce:

• 1/4 cup mandarin oranges, drained
• 1/4 cup strawberry preserves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread:

   • Carefully slice each piece of bread horizontally to create a pocket, ensuring not to cut all the way through.

2. Fill the Bread:

   • Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese inside each pocket.
   • Add 2 tablespoons of strawberry preserves and 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips into each pocket, gently pressing them into the cream cheese to secure.

3. Prepare the Egg Mixture:

   • In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

4. Soak the Bread:

   • Dip each stuffed bread slice into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for 5-10 minutes, ensuring both sides are well coated.

5. Cooking:

   • In a large skillet or griddle, melt butter over medium heat.
   • Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook until golden brown and crisp, turning frequently to ensure even cooking.

6. Serve:

   • Transfer the cooked French toast to heated plates.
   • Dust with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.

7. Make the Mandarin Orange Strawberry Sauce:

   • In a small saucepan, combine mandarin oranges and strawberry preserves.
   • Simmer over low heat until the sauce slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.

8. Serve with Sauce:

   • Drizzle the warm Mandarin Orange Strawberry Sauce over the French toast before serving.

Enjoy this decadent Chocolate and Strawberry-Filled French Toast as a delightful breakfast treat that’s sure to impress!

This recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate, creamy cream cheese, and sweet strawberry preserves, all enveloped in golden French toast slices—a perfect harmony of flavors for a memorable breakfast experience.