French Toast with Cream Cheese Filling

French toast with cream cheese filling is a delicious twist on the classic breakfast dish. The combination of creamy and tangy cream cheese filling sandwiched between slices of soft and golden French toast creates a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.

Ingredients:

For the cream cheese filling:

• 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the French toast:

• 8 slices of bread (thick slices like brioche or challah work well)
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Butter or cooking spray for greasing the pan

For serving:

• Maple syrup
• Fresh berries or fruit (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat together until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
2. In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well blended.
3. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling onto one slice of bread. Place another slice of bread on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread and cream cheese filling.
4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
5. Dip each filled sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides. Allow any excess egg mixture to drip off.
6. Grease the preheated skillet or griddle with butter or cooking spray.
7. Place the dipped sandwiches onto the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cream cheese filling is warmed through. Flip carefully to avoid losing the filling.
8. Once cooked, transfer the French toast to a serving plate.
9. Serve the French toast with cream cheese filling warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with fresh berries or fruit, if desired.

Enjoy the creamy and flavorful French toast with the luscious cream cheese filling. It's a delightful breakfast treat that's sure to impress!