Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches Recipe

These fried strawberry cheesecake sandwiches bring a fun twist to your morning with creamy cream cheese nestled inside golden French toast. Paired with a rich strawberry glaze made from fresh strawberries, this strawberry cream cheese french toast recipe turns breakfast into a delightful treat you can enjoy any day.

What You’ll Need

Gather these ingredients and tools to make delightful fried strawberry cheesecake sandwiches:

• 1 cup fresh strawberries (mashed)
• 1 ¼ cups white sugar
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup milk
• 6 large eggs
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 slices bread (cut in half diagonally)
• 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
• 8 fresh strawberries (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
• 1 cup whipped cream
• Large skillet
• Baking sheet

Detailed Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 100°F (38°C) to keep the sandwiches warm later.
2. Combine the mashed strawberries and ½ cup of white sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently as the mixture heats.
3. Whisk the water and cornstarch together in a separate bowl until smooth. Stir this into the strawberry mixture in the saucepan.
4. Cook the strawberry mixture for about 5 minutes until it thickens. Once thickened, reduce heat to low and let it simmer.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Set this mixture aside for later use.
6. Mix the softened cream cheese, remaining ¾ cup of white sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth.
7. Spread the cream cheese mixture on one triangle of bread, then place another triangle on top to form a sandwich. Repeat this step for all 8 sandwiches.
8. Heat the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
9. Dip each cream cheese-stuffed sandwich into the egg mixture, 2 or 3 at a time, allowing the excess to drip off. Place them in the hot skillet.
10. Cook each sandwich for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the cooked sandwiches to a baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven.
11. To serve, spoon warm strawberry glaze over each sandwich. Add sliced strawberries and dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream on the side.

Tips & Tricks

• To make ahead, prepare the strawberry glaze and cream cheese filling the night before. Store them in the refrigerator, then assemble and cook the sandwiches in the morning.
• If the strawberry glaze is too thick, add a splash of water or more mashed strawberries to reach your desired consistency.
• For a twist, substitute the cream cheese with mascarpone cheese for a lighter filling.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat for the best texture.
• Try using whole grain or brioche bread for different flavor and texture profiles.

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