Stuffed French Toast Master Recipe
A golden, crispy take on traditional French toast — stuffed with sweet or savory fillings like cream cheese, Nutella, ham and cheese, or seasonal fruit. Perfect for brunch, breakfast, or even dessert!
Ingredients
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread thick-cut, ¾ inch
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 to 8 tablespoons filling of choice cream cheese, Nutella, fruit, ham & cheese, etc.
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
- optional powdered sugar, syrup, or fresh fruit for serving
Instructions
- Cut a pocket into each bread slice without slicing all the way through. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Gently stuff each bread pocket with 2–3 tablespoons of your chosen filling.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and grease with butter or oil.
- Dip each stuffed bread slice briefly in the egg mixture, coating both sides. Avoid soaking too long to prevent sogginess.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through. For thicker slices, transfer to a 350°F oven for 5–8 minutes.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries.
Notes
Make it sweet or savory! Try strawberry cream cheese or Nutella for sweet, or go savory with ham and Swiss. Can be made dairy-free or gluten-free with substitutions. Make-ahead tip: prep as a casserole the night before and bake in the morning for easy brunches.