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Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast with Blackberry Compote

Indulge in this delightful Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast with Blackberry Compote, a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and fruity flavors for your morning pleasure.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 8 slices thick bread (like brioche or challah) Choose quality thick-sliced bread for a rich flavor.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure it's well softened for easy spreading.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds great flavor to the filling.
  • 4 large eggs Essential for the egg batter.
  • 1 cup milk Regular or any plant-based milk can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Enhances the flavor of the French toast.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adjust sweetness according to taste.
For the Blackberry Compote
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries Can substitute with other berries if desired.
  • ½ cup sugar Used to sweeten the compote.
  • 2 tablespoons water Helps to cook down the berries into a sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Take one slice of bread and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on it. Top with another slice of bread to assemble the sandwich. Repeat with the remaining slices.
Cooking
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
  2. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter. Dip each cream cheese sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated before placing them on the skillet.
  3. Cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Compote Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water over medium heat. Stir gently and cook for about 5 minutes until the berries break down and the sauce thickens slightly.
Serving
  1. Plate the stuffed French toast, drizzle with blackberry compote, and enjoy your delicious creation!

Notes

Adjust the sweetness according to your taste. Feel free to experiment with flavors by adding lemon zest or mixing different berries in the compote. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.