Description
A delightful breakfast treat that combines churros and French toast, filled with a creamy churro filling and coated in cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of thick-cut brioche bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for frying
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture on one slice of brioche, then top with another slice to create a sandwich. Repeat this for all slices.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large skillet or griddle, melt some butter or heat a little oil over medium heat.
- Dip each stuffed bread sandwich into the custard mixture, coating both sides, then place it on the hot skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- In a shallow dish, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- While still warm, roll or sprinkle the cooked French toast with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Slice, drizzle with syrup, and enjoy your crispy, churro-inspired French toast!
Notes
- To prevent sogginess, use thick-cut brioche and avoid soaking the bread for too long.
- If you prefer a different type of bread, challah, Texas toast, or thick-cut white bread work well.
- You can make the sandwiches and custard ahead of time and store them in the fridge overnight.
- Top with maple syrup, caramel, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
- For an egg-free version, replace the eggs with 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
