Description
This Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast combines rich, creamy filling with crispy, golden toast for a indulgent breakfast treat. Perfectly balanced between sweetness and savory, it features a luscious cream cheese spread sandwiched between thick Texas toast slices, dipped in a cinnamon-sugar egg mixture, and cooked to perfection. Topped with fresh strawberries, syrup, or whipped cream, this dish offers a decadent start to your day or a delightful brunch option.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese (1 package), softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar, or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
French Toast
- 12 slices Texas toast (one loaf)
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Optional toppings
- Strawberries
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Set aside.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread a thick layer of the cream cheese filling on one side of half of the Texas toast slices. Top with another slice of Texas toast to create a sandwich with the cream cheese in the middle.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Dip the sandwiches: Submerge each assembled sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring it is completely coated on all sides.
- Cook the French toast: Melt butter on a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Place the coated sandwiches on the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 3–4 minutes per side.
- Serve: Plate the cooked French toast and top with your favorite toppings like strawberries, maple syrup, and whipped cream.
Notes
- Top your French toast with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added flavor.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier spreading and better filling consistency.
- You can prepare the cream cheese filling and assemble the sandwiches a few hours in advance and refrigerate before dipping and cooking.
- For a healthier option, substitute whole milk with almond or skim milk, or reduce the sugar in the egg mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
