🧇 Stuffed Waffle French Toast Bake (Sweet & Savory)

🛒 Ingredients

For the Base

• 6–8 waffles (store-bought or homemade)
• 6 slices cooked bacon (crispy, chopped)

For the Cream Filling

• 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup whipped cream (or heavy cream whipped)

For the Custard (French Toast Mix)

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon

For Topping

• Fresh blueberries 🫐
• Fresh strawberries 🍓
• Powdered sugar
• Maple syrup or honey

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cream Filling

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar + vanilla → mix well.
3. Fold in whipped cream until light and fluffy.
   👉 Chill slightly so it’s easier to spread.

Step 2: Assemble the Layers

1. Grease a baking dish.
2. Place a layer of waffles at the bottom.
3. Spread cream filling evenly.
4. Sprinkle chopped crispy bacon.
5. Add another layer of waffles on top (like a sandwich stack).

Step 3: Make the Custard

1. In a bowl, whisk:
   • Eggs
   • Milk
   • Heavy cream
   • Sugar
   • Vanilla
   • Cinnamon
2. Pour evenly over the waffle layers.

👉 Let it sit for 10–15 minutes so waffles absorb the custard.

Step 4: Bake

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
• Bake for 30–40 minutes until:
  • Top is golden brown
  • Inside is set but still soft

Step 5: Serve

1. Let cool slightly (5–10 minutes).
2. Top with:
   • Fresh berries
   • Powdered sugar
   • Maple syrup drizzle

💡 Pro Tips

• Use day-old waffles → absorb custard better
• Add caramel sauce for extra indulgence
• Don’t overbake → you want creamy center, not dry

🔥 Flavor & Texture

• Crispy outside (waffle edges)
• Creamy inside (cheesecake-like filling)
• Salty crunch (bacon)
• Fresh + sweet (berries + syrup)