This is a nice change from ordinary French toast. I make this more than the standard recipe. Although this is my family’s favorite version, it is very versatile.
A mixture of jam and cream cheese produces a pleasantly creamy and not-too-sweet filling. Feel free to swap other flavors of jam for the apricot used here, or fresh berries for the tropical fruit salad.
You can substitute peanut butter for the cream cheese, use different jams or preserves, different extracts or spices – the options are practically limitless! Serve with maple syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Great for breakfast, brunch or even dessert, this tasty French toast has a hidden pocket of sweet jam inside
Technique tip: Flipping the French toast in the pan and then moving it into the oven results in a finished product that has a seared crisp texture on the outside and a custardy baked inside.
SERVES 4 PREP TIME: 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS:
8 slices (1 inch thick) Italian bread
3 tablespoons apricot jam
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SERVES 4 PREP TIME: 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS:
8 slices (1 inch thick) Italian bread
3 tablespoons apricot jam
2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
DIRECTIONS:
- Using a paring knife, cut a horizontal slit in each bread slice to form a pocket. Stir together jam and cream cheese. Spoon 1 tablespoon mixture into each pocket.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until combined. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Working in batches of two, lay bread slices in egg low heat. Working in batches of two, lay bread slices in the egg the mixture, letting them soak 5 seconds on each side.
- Lift slices, letting excess drip back into the bowl, and place in skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat, adding remaining tablespoon butter to skillet. Serve immediately with syrup, and fruit salad, as desired.
NUTRITION INFO:
PER SERVING: 247 calories; 11.5 grams fat; 8.6 grams protein; 27.9
grams carbohydrates; 2 grams fiber
From: allrecipes.com