Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast treat with this Churro Stuffed French Toast with Cinnamon Sugar recipe. Creamy, sweet cream cheese is sandwiched between thick slices of brioche, dipped in a cinnamon-infused egg mixture, and fried to golden perfection before being coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve warm with your favorite toppings for a delightful morning meal.
Ingredients
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Bread and Filling:
- 8 slices thick-cut brioche or challah bread
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Egg Mixture:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the mixture on 4 slices of bread, then top with remaining 4 slices to make sandwiches.
- Coat in Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla, and salt. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides well.
- Fry the French Toast: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a bit of butter. Cook each sandwich for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon. While toast is still warm, coat each side in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm with optional toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Notes
- For an indulgent twist, stuff with Nutella or dulce de leche instead of cream cheese.
- Use day-old bread for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
