stuffed french toast
A decadent and delicious breakfast dish, stuffed French toast is made with thick slices of bread, filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture, dipped in a rich egg batter, and pan-fried to golden perfection. This recipe serves 4, making it perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 frying pan or skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon butter (for frying)
- to taste Maple syrup (for serving)
- optional Fresh fruit (for serving) Optional, for serving.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Take four slices of bread and spread an equal amount of the cream cheese mixture on each slice. Top with the remaining four slices to create sandwiches.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Preheat your frying pan or skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the pan.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides thoroughly. Allow excess liquid to drip off.
- Place the dipped sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Repeat the process with the remaining butter and stuffed sandwiches, adjusting the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
- Serve warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the filling by adding chocolate chips, berries, or nuts to the cream cheese mixture for added flavor.
Serve with whipped cream or additional toppings of your choice for a luxurious touch.
Ensure the skillet is hot enough before adding the sandwiches to achieve a perfect golden crust.