Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this Churro Stuffed French Toast with Cinnamon Sugar. Soft, fluffy French toast is filled with a sweet cream cheese filling, then coated in cinnamon sugar for that signature churro flavor. Perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasions, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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For the French Toast:
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (such as challah or brioche)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frying)
For the Stuffing:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar:
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside for coating the French toast later. - Make the cream cheese filling:
In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined. Set aside. - Prepare the French toast batter:
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined. - Assemble the stuffed French toast:
Take two slices of bread and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling on one slice. Place the other slice of bread on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread and cream cheese filling. - Cook the French toast:
In a large skillet or griddle, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring that both sides are fully coated. Cook the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as needed to cook the remaining sandwiches. - Coat with cinnamon sugar:
Once the stuffed French toast is cooked, immediately coat each side in the cinnamon sugar mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks. - Serve:
Slice the churro stuffed French toast in half and serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Enjoy this decadent treat!
Notes
- Bread options: Use thick-cut bread like brioche, challah, or Texas toast for the best results. These types of bread absorb the egg mixture well and provide a soft, fluffy texture.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the cream cheese filling the night before and store it in the fridge. You can also assemble the stuffed French toast in advance and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to cook.
- Toppings: For extra sweetness, drizzle with caramel sauce or add a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 90mg