Stuffed French Toast
Delight in the warmth of homemade stuffed French toast, a perfect blend of fluffy bread and creamy filling that feels like a cozy hug on your plate. With hints of vanilla and cinnamon, this dish is an indulgence that transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary brunch moments. Whether it’s a lazy weekend or a festive gathering, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fruit preserves or fresh fruit
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, fruit preserves, sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Create the Egg Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and remaining cinnamon.
- Dip the Bread: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip one side of each bread slice into the egg mixture.
- Assemble and Cook: Place one slice egg-side down in the skillet, spoon filling on top, then add another slice egg-side up. Cook until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Serve Warm: Remove from skillet and serve with syrup or fresh fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg