Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of crispy churros and soft French toast with this Churro Stuffed French Toast with Cinnamon Sugar. Each bite offers a warm, gooey filling enveloped in a sweet, cinnamon-sugar coating that will elevate your breakfast experience.
Ingredients
- Thick-sliced challah or brioche bread
- Full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- Powdered sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh, large eggs
- Whole milk
- Granulated sugar
- Butter or neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Lay out your thick slices of challah or brioche. For each serving, take one slice and spread 2-3 tablespoons of the churro filling over one side. Place a second slice on top, pressing gently to create a sandwich. Repeat for all slices.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon until combined.
- Heat a large non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter or neutral oil and let it melt.
- Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg custard for about 15-20 seconds per side, ensuring it absorbs some custard without becoming too soggy.
- Transfer the dipped sandwich to the griddle and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust heat as necessary.
- Immediately transfer the cooked French toast to the cinnamon sugar mixture and dredge both sides, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Slice the French toast in half diagonally and serve warm, with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid over-soaking the bread to maintain its structure, and cook over medium heat for an even golden-brown crust.