Churro Stuffed French Toast
A delightful breakfast dish combining crispy churro-style exterior with creamy French toast filling, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread, preferably brioche or challah Thicker slices yield a better filling.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons sugar Divide into two parts for filling and egg mixture.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Reserve some for sprinkling later.
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened For the filling.
- 1/4 cup chocolate caramel sauce For drizzling.
- 1 tablespoon butter For cooking.
Optional Toppings
- whipped cream For serving.
- fresh berries For serving.
- powdered sugar For dusting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients, slice bread thick, and soften cream cheese.
Mix the Filling
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese with 1 tablespoon of sugar and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth.
Prepare the Egg Mixture
- Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and remaining sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Assemble the French Toast
- Spread cream cheese mixture on one side of a slice of bread, top with another slice, and press together. Repeat for all slices.
Cook
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes each side.
Serve
- Dust cooked French toast with cinnamon sugar, drizzle with chocolate caramel sauce, and add toppings before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.