Description
Delight in these Raspberry Granola Stuffed French Toast slices, featuring thick brioche bread filled with a luscious raspberry cream cheese mix, dipped in a vanilla-infused egg batter, pan-fried to a golden perfection, and topped with crunchy granola, fresh raspberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
Bread and Filling
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
Topping
- 1/2 cup granola
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh raspberries, for garnish
Batter
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and raspberry jam thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the raspberry cream cheese mixture evenly between pairs of brioche bread slices to create stuffed sandwiches.
- Make the egg batter: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Dip the sandwiches: Submerge each stuffed sandwich into the egg batter, making sure both sides are fully coated but not overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a buttered skillet over medium heat. Place the dipped sandwiches onto the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until each side is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add toppings: Once cooked, remove the French toast from the skillet. Top each sandwich with crunchy granola, fresh raspberries, and a light dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use brioche or any thick, sturdy bread to prevent sogginess while cooking.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based spread.
- Granola adds a delightful crunch but can be omitted for a softer texture.
- Cook on medium heat to ensure the French toast cooks evenly without burning.
- Fresh raspberries can be replaced with other berries like blueberries or strawberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American