Do you find yourself getting into a rut with breakfast ideas? That sounds like a lead in to a great new kitchen appliance or prepared food but it is a question in earnest. For me it’s the meal that sparks the least creativity, at least on a weekday before we all head out the door.
Personally I’m not a big cereal eater, I really prefer protein but often don’t have the time to whip up an omelet or other longer prep/cook options. Lately I’ve been back to making more Smoothies and throwing in a tablespoon or two of chia seeds. They are packed with protein and fiber, have little taste and are very small so they don’t add a weird texture to a smoothie in my opinion. Being summer and still quite warm in the morning, that’s a great option to fill up, get a great dose of fruit and vegetables without a ton of calories as well (I always make mine with filtered water instead of juice or milk).
I have wanted to bust out of the breakfast rut and make something that is unexpected, seasonal and fun. I’ve started to make Strawberry Stuffed French Toast. It’s easy to make and can be done with either gluten-free or regular bread. Quick and easy to prepare, with a heavenly end result; French Toast sandwiches filled with a cream cheese-strawberry jam mix, cooked to a golden brown on a griddle or skillet, topped with fresh strawberries and syrup.
If you aren’t keen on regular French Toast, this bears a completely different set of flavors without being insanely sweet. The eggs deliver some protein and the strawberries some fresh fruit. If you are watching calories, you can use Neufchatel cheese which is the lower fat version of cream cheese. There is no sacrifice on flavor to make that swap, however it is about 1/3 less fat than regular cream cheese. Any milk can be used as well. Anyway you make it, I think you’ll find it’s a delicious breakfast option that feels special!
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[email protected] says
I like cream cheese and jam sandwiches for breakfast as it is, but I’ve never tried it this way. I will now!
Jeanine says
Yum. I’d never think of strawberry stuffed french toast. I LOVE french toast though, my husband makes it just the best. I’ll have to see if he cant whip this up!
Ann Bacciaglia says
Strawberry french toast sounds so delicious. I am going to try making this for Sunday brunch. I am sure everyone is going to love it.
Crystal says
This is further proof that breakfast is the best meal of the day. But actually we eat breakfast for dinner all the time too. Can’t wait to try this.
Laura Gregory says
YUM.. I can’t wait to make this for the family next weekend. They will be thrilled they won’t be eating cereal again!
Theresa says
I’ve had blueberry stuffed french toast, but not strawberry yet. This looks like the best recipe to remedy that! Yum!
Chrystal | YUM eating says
My mom made some mean french toast growing up. She seriously could have written a book “101 Ways to Create Flavorful French Toast” because she never made it the same way twice.
Mary Pisarkiewicz says
This looks fabulous! Perfect for a special weekend brunch!
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
Love French toast and your stuffed version is perfect! Loving the strawberries with cream cheese 🙂
Amy says
Oh my goodness does is meal look awesome! The photography is also very beautiful too!
Toni Dash says
Thank you Amy!
Jasmin says
I love to eat savory french toast for breakfast – but this strawberry recipe version looks quite tempting. I just hope, I’ll remember it some of these mornings, while there are still fresh strawberries at market 🙂
Felicia says
This looks amazing! I know my husband and boys would gobble this up!
Rosey says
Oh yes I would like to try that french toast. I’m thinking Sunday morning breakfast.
Liz Mays says
Well this sounds way too good. I’d be so excited to have French toast like this for breakfast!
Debbie Denny says
These look awesome. I just made rolled strawberry French toast
Toni Dash says
Ooooo…that sounds great too!
[email protected] says
I haven’t made french toast before. Definitely trying this recipe!!
Christie says
You had me at stuffed. Strawberries and french toast are a perfect combo. want to make for me for back-to-school on Monday? 🙂
Toni Dash says
Ha, ha Christie! Wish I could make and ship. It’s super easy and pretty quick; I’m sure you can do it….or are you going back to school? If so someone DOES need to make it for you!
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
This is so creative, I think I would be in heaven if I woke up to this!
Catherine S says
This looks so yummy. I have never made french toast. I can’t wait to try this recipe this weekend.
Toni Dash says
Oh my, well if you’ve NEVER made it you are starting with a fantastic version of it. Please let me know what you think!
Cinny says
That looks absolutely delicious! Mmm…I could definitely eat that!
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says
It’s been years since I’ve had french toast and have never had it stuffed! Just look what I’ve been missing! Love strawberries and cream cheese so this is a natural for me 🙂
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is all kinds of amazing. I love strawberries, I love French toast, and I love anything stuffed with deliciousness. Yay!
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says
My husband loves strawberries and French Toast! I think he would love this combination!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I am drooling over here. French toast is my favorite breakfast food!
Rachel Cooks says
Dreamy! I wish I was eating this for breakfast right now.