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Creamy Stuffed French Toast Recipe Easy Homemade Rich Cream Cheese Filling

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A quick and easy creamy stuffed French toast with a rich cream cheese filling, perfect for brunch or holiday mornings. This recipe delivers a nostalgic comfort food experience with a luscious vanilla-scented cream cheese filling inside tender, custardy bread.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices brioche or challah bread, slightly stale preferred
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, for frying
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy (3-5 minutes with mixer or 7-8 minutes by hand).
  2. Slice and Hollow the Bread: Carefully slice a pocket into the side of each bread slice to create space for the filling, being gentle to avoid tearing (about 10 minutes for 8 slices).
  3. Stuff the Bread: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling into each pocket, spreading gently but fully inside without overstuffing.
  4. Make the Custard Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
  5. Soak the Stuffed Bread: Dip each stuffed slice into the custard mixture, soaking for 20-30 seconds per side until saturated but not falling apart.
  6. Cook the French Toast: Heat butter over medium heat in a skillet until melted and sizzling. Cook each soaked slice for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crisp (about 15 minutes for all slices).
  7. Serve Warm: Transfer cooked French toast to plates, dust with powdered sugar, and top with fresh berries or maple syrup. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use slightly stale bread to hold custard better and avoid sogginess. Chill stuffed bread for 10 minutes before soaking to prevent filling leakage. Cook on medium heat to avoid burning. Use a wide spatula and be gentle when flipping. For extra flavor and browning, mix a teaspoon of oil with butter when frying. Leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven or conventional oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes; avoid microwaving.

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