Waffled French Toast with Strawberry Butter
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and this week I’m celebrating with a delicious breakfast theme that’s perfect for pampering the moms in your life. Whether you’re whipping up something special for your own mother or waking up to breakfast in bed yourself, this recipe for Waffled French Toast with Strawberry Butter is a fun and flavorful twist on a classic morning favorite.
Instead of cooking regular French toast in a skillet, this version gets pressed in a hot waffle iron, giving it the best of both worlds—crispy edges, tender centers, and those irresistible waffle pockets that cradle butter and syrup like little flavor traps. It’s everything you love about French toast, with the added bonus of even cooking on both sides and a playful presentation that feels extra celebratory.
To make this breakfast even more special, I’ve included a recipe for Strawberry Butter—a sweet, creamy spread that adds a bright pop of berry flavor to every bite. It’s simple to make, and the batch yields plenty, so you can freeze the leftovers and enjoy it again on toast, pancakes, or muffins.
And don’t forget to check back tomorrow—I’ll be sharing a couple of homemade syrup recipes, including one that pairs beautifully with this dish. Trust me, it takes the whole experience to the next level.
Let’s make this Mother’s Day morning one to remember—with warm waffles, sweet strawberries, and a whole lot of love.
Ingredients for Waffled French Toast with Strawberry Butter
- LARGE EGGS
- MILK
- SUGAR
- REGULAR WHITE BREAD
- BUTTER
- FROZEN STRAWBERRIES
- POWDERED SUGAR
Instructions for French Toast Waffles
Start by preheating your waffle maker so it’s hot and ready when you’re done prepping. In a shallow wide bowl, whisk milk, eggs, and sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Take your slices of bread and dip them one at a time into the egg mixture, making sure each piece is fully coated. Place the soaked bread directly onto the preheated waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
Serve warm with a generous dollop of strawberry butter and a drizzle of maple syrup. The waffle pockets are perfect for catching all that sweet, melty goodness!
Instructions for Strawberry Butter
To make this sweet and creamy strawberry butter, simply combine all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth and well blended. If you don’t have a food processor, no worries—just place everything in a mixing bowl and use a hand mixer to whip it all together until light and fluffy. Store any leftovers in the fridge, or freeze for later to enjoy on toast, pancakes, muffins, or more waffled French toast!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to grease the waffle iron?
It depends on your waffle iron. If it’s nonstick, you may not need to. Otherwise, lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray between batches to prevent sticking.
How long does each slice take to cook?
Each slice takes about 2–3 minutes in the waffle iron, depending on your model. You’re looking for a golden brown exterior and cooked-through center.
Can I make the strawberry butter ahead of time?
Absolutely. Store it in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze it for longer storage. It’s delicious on toast, pancakes, muffins, and more.
Can I use frozen strawberries for the butter?
Yes, but thaw and drain them first to avoid excess moisture. Fresh strawberries will give the best flavor and texture.
Can I double the recipe for a crowd?
Definitely. You can easily scale up both the French toast and strawberry butter. Keep cooked slices warm in a low oven (200°F) while you finish the batch.
Can kids help with this recipe?
Yes! Kids can help dip the bread, mix the strawberry butter, and sprinkle toppings. Just be sure to supervise the waffle iron step.
FOR MORE RECIPES LIKE THIS, TRY:
- Simply Perfect Classic Waffles
- Amazingly Perfect French Toast
- Vanilla Brown Sugar French Toast
- Easy Eggless Waffles
Waffled French Toast
Real Mom Kitchen
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 loaf sandwich bread 12 slices
- strawberry butter recipe below
- syrup
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and sugar until combined.
- Dip bread, one slice at a time in the egg mixture and place in waffle iron to cook. Cook 2-3 minutes until brown. Serve with strawberry butter and syrup.
Nutrition
Strawberry Butter
Real Mom Kitchen
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 10 oz pkg frozen strawberries thawed and drained
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine all in the ingredients together in a food processor and pulse until well blended. If you don’t have a food processor, you can place it in a bowl and mix with a hand mixer.
Nutrition
Recipes adapted from Gooseberry Patch. I got it from one of their Christmas cookbooks years ago, but I’m not sure which one.
