Indulge in this decadent brunch favorite—thick slices of brioche stuffed with sweet vanilla cream cheese and juicy blueberries, dipped in a spiced custard, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Drizzled with maple syrup and dusted with powdered sugar, it’s a luxurious morning treat.
Ingredients
1 loaf day-old brioche
150g softened cream cheese
2 tbsp caster sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1 egg
½ cup milk
½ cup cream
1 tsp cinnamon
Butter (for frying)
Extra blueberries, icing sugar, and maple syrup (for serving)
Method
Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in blueberries.
Assemble sandwiches: Slice brioche into 8 pieces, spread filling on 4 slices, and top with remaining slices to form sandwiches.
Make custard: Whisk egg, milk, cream, and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
Soak sandwiches: Dip each sandwich into custard for 20 seconds per side.
Cook: Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Fry sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Serve: Garnish with extra blueberries, a dusting of icing sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Tips
Bread choice: Day-old brioche absorbs custard better without falling apart.
Frozen blueberries: Thaw and drain to avoid excess moisture.
Prep ahead: Assemble the night before for an easy morning bake.
Perfect for a special weekend brunch! 🍞💙
