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Creamy Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Roll-Ups

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Delicious and easy-to-make French toast roll-ups filled with creamy strawberry cream cheese, perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices white sandwich bread (slightly stale or Hawaiian sweet bread recommended)
  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for cream cheese filling)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for cream cheese filling)
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for egg mixture)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for egg mixture)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking (unsalted butter preferred)
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, additional fresh strawberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Fold in finely chopped strawberries and set aside.
  2. Prep the Bread: Trim crusts off bread slices. Flatten each slice to about 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin or hands.
  3. Fill and Roll: Spread about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese and strawberry mixture evenly over each flattened bread slice, leaving a small border. Roll up tightly and pinch edges to seal.
  4. Make the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until combined and slightly frothy (1-2 minutes).
  5. Cook the Roll-Ups: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter. Dip each roll-up in egg mixture, coating all sides quickly. Place seam-side down in skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Add more butter between batches as needed.
  6. Serve Warm: Transfer roll-ups to a plate. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup if desired. Serve with fresh strawberries.

Notes

Use slightly stale bread for easier rolling. Avoid soaking bread too long in egg mixture to prevent sogginess. Pinch edges tightly to prevent filling leakage. Chill roll-ups for 10 minutes before cooking if filling oozes. Butter adds rich flavor but watch heat to avoid burning. Can substitute gluten-free bread and dairy-free alternatives for dietary needs.

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