This indulgent French toast is filled with a creamy cinnamon-sugar cream cheese mixture, then cooked to golden perfection and coated in cinnamon sugar. It’s the ultimate breakfast treat with a hint of churro goodness!
Author:Laura
Prep Time:10 minutes1
Cook Time:15-20 minutes
Total Time:25-30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:breakfast
Method:Skillet Cooking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
8 slices of thick-cut brioche bread
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup beef bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional for a savory twist)
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. If you’re using beef bacon, fold it into the cream cheese mixture for a delightful savory twist!
Assemble the French Toast Sandwiches:
Take 4 slices of brioche bread and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on each slice. Top with the remaining 4 slices to create sandwiches.
Cook the French Toast:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter. Once melted, dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed.
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
While the French toast is cooking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish.
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
Once the French toast is cooked, remove from the skillet and immediately coat each side in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Serve:
Serve warm, drizzled with maple syrup and a sprinkle of extra cinnamon sugar on top. Enjoy the beautiful contrast of colors and flavors!
Notes
You can add fresh fruit like strawberries or bananas as an extra topping for a burst of freshness.
For a more savory twist, the optional beef bacon adds a rich, crispy element that contrasts beautifully with the sweetness of the cinnamon sugar.