Ever dreamed of combining your favorite breakfast with the savory goodness of a cheeseburger? This mind-blowing Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast is about to revolutionize your weekend brunch game!
Why You’ll Love Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast
- ❤️ Mind-Blowing Fusion: Sweet and savory flavors in perfect harmony
- ⏱️ Crowd-Pleaser: Kids and adults fight over the last piece!
- 👩🍳 Make-Ahead Option: Prep ahead for stress-free entertaining
- 💰 Customizable: Endless variations for every taste preference
Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast Cook Time Helper
2
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4 Servings
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
25 min
Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast Ingredients
For the burger filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (I like 80/20 for this recipe – more flavor!)
- 1 small onion, finely diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices American cheese (or your favorite melty cheese)
For the French toast:
- 8 thick slices brioche bread or Texas toast
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (trust me on this!)
- 2 tbsp butter for cooking
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, bacon bits, sliced pickles, more cheese!
Tools Used to Make Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast
- Large skillet for cooking beef
- Mixing bowl for egg mixture
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-stick griddle or large frying pan
- Shallow dish for soaking bread
- Cutting board and knife
How to Make Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast
- Cook the beef mixture: Let’s start with the star of our show! Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. When it’s about halfway done (still a little pink), toss in those diced onions and garlic. Continue cooking until the beef is completely browned and onions are translucent – your kitchen will smell AMAZING at this point!
- Season the beef: Now for the flavor magic! Drain any excess fat (but leave a little for flavor!), then stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and taco seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly while we prepare the French toast batter.
- Make the French toast mixture: In a shallow dish (I use a pie plate), whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until well combined. This custard base is what makes our French toast so dreamy!
- Assemble the sandwiches: Place a slice of cheese on four bread slices. Spoon the cooled burger mixture evenly on top of the cheese, spreading it almost to the edges. Top with another slice of cheese (because more cheese is ALWAYS better), then place another bread slice on top to create a sandwich. Press down gently – we’re creating little burger pockets of joy!
- Prepare the French toast: Here comes the fun part! Carefully dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, giving each side about 10 seconds to soak up all that goodness. Don’t rush this step – we want the bread to absorb the custard but not get soggy.
- Cook to golden perfection: Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. When it’s bubbling (but not burning!), add the soaked sandwiches. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the cheese inside is melty and gooey. If they’re browning too quickly, lower the heat a bit – patience makes perfect French toast!
- Rest briefly: Let the sandwiches rest for 2 minutes before cutting. This lets all the flavors mingle and prevents that molten cheese from escaping too quickly!
Variations of Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast
- Breakfast Burger Style: Add a layer of scrambled eggs to the beef mixture for a mega breakfast experience.
- BBQ Bacon Version: Mix some BBQ sauce into the beef and add crispy bacon pieces to the filling.
- Southwest Kick: Add diced jalapeños and pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist that’ll wake up your taste buds!
- Hawaiian Style: Mix in some diced pineapple with the beef and use Hawaiian rolls instead of regular bread.
- Mediterranean Fusion: Use feta cheese and add olives and oregano to the beef for a Mediterranean twist.
Serving Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast
Serve these indulgent beauties hot from the griddle! I like to cut them diagonally to show off that glorious cheesy beef center – it’s Instagram gold, folks!
For the ultimate brunch experience, serve with a drizzle of maple syrup (sounds weird, tastes AMAZING), a side of fresh fruit salad, and a pickle spear for that classic burger vibe.
Want to go all out for a hangover cure? Top with a fried egg and serve with seasoned breakfast potatoes. Your weekend guests will be talking about this for YEARS!
Frequently Asked Questions
- ❓ How to make cheese toast at home? For basic cheese toast, place bread in a toaster until lightly toasted, add sliced or shredded cheese on top, then broil in the oven or toaster oven until bubbly and golden. For this recipe, we’re taking it to a whole new level with our burger-stuffed version!
- ❓ How to make grilled cheese toast? Butter two slices of bread on the outside, place cheese between them, then cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted. Flip halfway through cooking. Our cheeseburger stuffed toast takes this beloved comfort food to incredible new heights!
- ❓ How do you melt cheese without burning toast? Use medium-low heat, watch carefully, or pre-toast bread slightly before adding cheese. For perfect melting, cover the pan with a lid to trap heat and help the cheese melt before the bread burns. In our recipe, the egg mixture helps prevent burning while creating a delicious custard exterior.
- ❓ What’s the difference between cheese toast and grilled cheese? Cheese toast is typically open-faced with cheese melted on a single slice of bread, while grilled cheese is a sandwich with cheese between two buttered bread slices, cooked until golden. Our cheeseburger stuffed French toast creates a whole new category of cheesy goodness!
- ❓ How to melt cheese properly? Use moderate heat, grate or thinly slice cheese for faster melting, and cover while cooking to trap heat. Some cheeses like American, cheddar, Gruyere, and Monterey Jack melt better than others. For our stuffed French toast, American cheese creates that perfect gooey, nostalgic burger flavor.
Final Thoughts
Oh my goodness, friends – your brunch game will NEVER be the same after this Cheeseburger Stuffed French Toast hits your table! Make it this weekend, snap some drool-worthy photos, and prepare for your family to beg for it over and over again!
More Recipes to Try!
- Breakfast Grilled Cheese
- Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe
- Hawaiian Roll French Toast
- Blueberry Croissant French Toast Bake
- Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants
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