Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast or brunch with this delightful Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast topped with a luscious Blackberry Compote. This recipe brings together the richness of cream cheese filling, the sweetness of blackberries, and the comforting warmth of French toast.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the French Toast:
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, thickly sliced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
For the Blackberry Compote:
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Additional: powdered sugar and extra blackberries for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble the French Toast: Spread about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling between two slices of bread to form a sandwich.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt butter. Dip each stuffed sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Make the Blackberry Compote: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until berries break down and sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve: Serve French toast warm, topped with blackberry compote, powdered sugar, and fresh blackberries.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use mascarpone instead of cream cheese.
- You can make the compote ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- This dish is perfect for brunch and pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices with compote
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 145mg