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Cream Cheese French Toast

A rich and creamy twist on traditional French toast, filled with sweetened cream cheese and topped with syrup or fresh fruit.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
French Toast
  • 8 slices bread thick slices, preferably brioche or challah
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1 tsp cinnamon optional
  • 2 tbsp butter for cooking
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup for serving
  • 1/2 cup fresh berries optional

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Egg Mixture
  1. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until well combined.
Assemble the French Toast
  1. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling between two slices of bread to create a sandwich.
Cook the French Toast
  1. Heat butter on a griddle over medium heat. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated, then place on the griddle.
  2. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve
  1. Serve warm with maple syrup and fresh berries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a sweeter filling, add more powdered sugar to taste. You can also experiment with different types of bread for varied texture and flavor.

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