Cream Cheese and Nectarine Stuffed French Toast
A delightful breakfast dish combining the creamy richness of cream cheese with the sweetness of fresh nectarines, enveloped in fluffy French toast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of Bread (challah, brioche, sourdough, or gluten-free)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 3 Nectarines (medium-sized, sliced)
- 4 Eggs
- ¼ Cup Milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- ½ Tbsp Confectioner’s Sugar
- ⅛ tsp Cinnamon
- Pinch Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and confectioner’s sugar, beating until smooth.
- Slice the Nectarines: Slice thinly, reserving half for topping.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread cream cheese mixture on bread slices, layer with nectarines, and top with another slice.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Soak the Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture for 20-30 seconds on each side.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with butter and cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Serve It Up: Top with reserved nectarines, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider blending in some orange zest into the cream cheese mixture. Feel free to experiment with other fruits or flavorings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: french toast, breakfast, nectarines, cream cheese, brunch