Description
This indulgent French toast takes inspiration from churros, featuring a crispy cinnamon-sugar coating and a delicious cream cheese filling. With a golden brown crust and a rich, gooey center, it’s a perfect treat for special mornings!
Ingredients
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- For the French Toast:
- 4 thick slices of brioche or Texas toast
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- For Serving (Optional):
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
- Chocolate sauce
Instructions
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- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Prepare the Bread: Slice a pocket into each slice of bread without cutting all the way through. Carefully spread the cream cheese filling inside each pocket.
- Make the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Coat the Bread: Dip each stuffed bread slice into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated but not overly soaked.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Cook each slice for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While warm, toss the cooked French toast in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
- Serve: Drizzle with maple syrup, top with whipped cream, or serve with chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
Notes
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- Use stale bread for better absorption and a firmer texture.
- For extra crunch, you can dip the bread in crushed cornflakes before cooking.
- To make it extra gooey, add dulce de leche or Nutella to the filling!
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: While warm, toss the cooked French toast in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg