Stuffed French Toast Recipe

 

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 6 servings

Yield: 6 pieces

Indulge in a decadent breakfast with this stuffed French toast recipe. Buttery brioche bread filled with tangy whipped cream cheese creates a perfect balance of flavors. This dish is ideal for special occasions like holiday brunches, Mother's or Father's Day, or a celebratory birthday breakfast.

Play up the cream cheese filling by topping the warm stuffed French toast with berries, a dusting of confectioners' sugar, and a drizzle of warm maple syrup. The cream cheese adds richness with a tang that keeps this from being overly sweet. Customize the flavors by adding spices to the custard (cardamom is a favorite) or stir-ins to the cream cheese before stuffing the bread slices. Adding miniature chocolate chips to the filling creates a creamy, melty chocolate interior perfect for a Valentine's Day breakfast in bed (or any day for the chocolate lover in your life).

Ingredients

• 6 (1-inch) slices brioche or challah bread, preferably day-old
• 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon whole milk, divided
• 3 tablespoons sugar, more to taste, divided
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or cardamom, optional
• 1 tablespoon butter, or more, for the pan
• Fresh berries or peaches, powdered sugar, maple syrup, additional butter, for optional garnish

Steps to Make It

1. Prepare the Ingredients

   • Gather the ingredients.
   • Create a cavity in each bread slice by making a horizontal slit with a butter knife, being careful not to cut all the way through.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling

   • In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Adjust the sweetness to taste.
   • Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag or a zip-close bag with the corner snipped.

3. Fill the Bread Slices

   • Insert the tip of the bag into the slit of each bread slice and fill with the cream cheese mixture.
   • Distribute the cream cheese evenly inside and clean off the edges as needed. Repeat with all slices.

4. Prepare the Custard

   • In a wide, shallow bowl, beat the eggs lightly with a fork or whisk.
   • Whisk in the remaining milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Add the cinnamon or cardamom, if using.

5. Cook the French Toast

   • Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and add a thin layer of butter.
   • Dip each bread slice in the custard, soaking both sides, and place directly into the hot pan.
   • Cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side, another 2-3 minutes.

6. Serve

   • Transfer cooked slices to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with remaining slices, adding more butter as needed.
   • Serve with toppings of your choice, such as fresh berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.

How To Keep French Toast Warm

Keep cooked French toast slices warm in a 200 F oven, on a cooling rack set in a sheet pan, until ready to serve. The cooling rack will keep the French toast from getting soggy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• 510 Calories
• 32g Fat
• 42g Carbs
• 14g Protein

Enjoy your delicious, decadent stuffed French toast!