Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this stuffed French toast recipe. Featuring thick slices of fluffy brioche filled with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese mixture, each bite offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this dish is sure to impress your guests while bringing warmth and joy to the table. Drizzle with pure maple syrup for an unforgettable experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices of brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 4 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (divided)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Pure maple syrup (to serve)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened cream cheese, sugar, and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon until smooth. Optionally, add chopped fruits for added flavor.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, remaining cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until frothy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on one slice of bread and top it with another slice to form a sandwich.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring even coating before placing it in the skillet.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm drizzled with maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg