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The Ultimate Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

Two halves of golden brown cream cheese stuffed french toast stacked on a white plate and dusted with powdered sugar.
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Make this decadent cream cheese stuffed French toast for an indulgent and impressive breakfast or brunch centerpiece. You will learn the technique for a golden exterior and a perfectly creamy filling.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick cut Brioche bread
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter, for the griddle
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the egg batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg, milk, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
  3. Assemble the toast: Take one slice of bread and spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over one side. Place a second slice of bread on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining bread and filling.
  4. Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally to create four triangles. Gently press the edges together to seal the filling inside.
  5. Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
  6. Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg batter, coating both sides quickly. Do not let the bread soak too long, or it will become soggy.
  7. Place the coated sandwiches on the hot griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cream cheese filling is warm and slightly gooey. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  8. Remove the finished French toast from the griddle. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately with warm maple syrup.

Notes

  • Use thick-cut bread, like Brioche or Texas toast, to hold the rich filling without falling apart.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, add 1/4 cup of fresh blueberries or finely diced strawberries to the cream cheese mixture.
  • If you are making this for a crowd, you can assemble the sandwiches ahead of time and keep them covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours before cooking.

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