Indulge in the delectable flavors of stuffed French toast, a culinary delight that combines the comforting taste of French toast with the endless possibilities of savory or sweet fillings. This versatile dish is a perfect brunch or breakfast option, offering a hearty and satisfying meal that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With endless variations to choose from, you can customize your stuffed French toast to suit your preferences, creating a dish that is both unique and delicious. From classic fillings like bacon, cheese, and spinach to more inventive combinations such as roasted vegetables, fruits, or decadent chocolate, the possibilities are endless. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect stuffed French toast, ensuring a light and fluffy interior with a golden-brown crust that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST II
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. 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.
Provided by ELISAW
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spread 4 slices oatnut bread on one side with cream cheese. Spread remaining 4 slices on one side with raspberry jam. Press cream cheese slices together with jam slices, forming sandwiches.
- In a medium, shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk and almond extract.
- Melt butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Dip sandwiches in the egg mixture to coat. Place in the skillet, and cook on both sides until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.7 calories, Carbohydrate 65.5 g, Cholesterol 272.2 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 577.1 mg, Sugar 34.7 g
BLUEBERRY STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Rich and very filling, but oh so good! You'll be coming back for seconds and thirds!
Provided by masons_mom
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 8h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter. Cut 10 slices of the bread into 3/4 inch cubes. Spread Neufchatel cheese over one side of the remaining 6 slices of bread. Arrange the bread, cheese side up, in the baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the blueberries, then top with the bread cubes.
- Whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup of sugar in a bowl. Pour over the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix together the nutmeg and 1/4 cup of sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle over bread mixture. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
- To make compote: Heat cornstarch, water and remaining 1 cup of sugar over medium heat and bring to a simmer, cooking until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and the remaining 1 cup of blueberries. Serve with the french toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 68.1 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 352.6 mg, Sugar 37.2 g
CREAM CHEESE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH STRAWBERRIES
We had this dish when we stayed at our favorite bed and breakfast. This cream cheese-stuffed French toast casserole is great for feeding a crowd. All you have to do is prepare it the night before and bake it in the morning.
Provided by csmada
Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes
Time 10h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Place bread cubes on a baking pan.
- Toast bread cubes in the preheated oven until dry and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with softened butter. Add bread cubes, strawberries, and cream cheese dollops randomly to the dish.
- Whisk eggs, half-and-half, cream, sugar, and ginger together in a separate medium bowl. Pour egg mixture over bread and strawberries, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Remove casserole from the refrigerator 1 hour before baking.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Make the streusel topping by mixing sugar, flour, butter, and ginger with a fork until moist crumbs form.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle streusel on top. Continue baking until top is golden, about 30 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 168.3 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 373.3 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- Batter:
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, mixing well until incorporated. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
- Filling:
- Fold all ingredients together in a bowl until well incorporated but not completely smooth.
- Syrup:
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and let reduce by 1/3.
- French Toast:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat a large saute pan and then add butter. Dredge the bread in the batter and place in the pan. Cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 2 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool. Divide filling between 2 pieces of the bread top with the remaining 2 pieces of bread. Transfer French toast to oven and bake for 8 minutes.
- Cut each French toast in half and serve with the cinnamon syrup and, if desired, a large scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.
BANANA STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Kids and adults alike love this, and it is easy to do, but something different. Serve with warmed maple syrup.
Provided by Sherbg
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Create a pocket about 2/3 of the way into each slice of bread by cutting along an edge. Fill pockets with 2 or 3 banana slices each.
- In a medium bowl, beat together eggs, water, milk, vanilla extract, orange liqueur and orange zest. Dip the bread slices in the mixture, allowing slices to become saturated.
- Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Place a few slices at a time in the skillet, and cook, turning once, until both sides are golden brown. Dust with confectioners' sugar to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 576.5 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
STRAWBERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, yogurt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Spread 2 tablespoons on 4 slices of bread; top with remaining bread to make 4 sandwiches. Beat eggs, milk and remaining vanilla; dip sandwiches. , In a large skillet, melt butter. Toast sandwiches until golden brown on both sides. To serve, top each sandwich with 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture and 1/4 cup strawberries.
Nutrition Facts :
BANANA STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Melt butter in a heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat. Once butter is melted add the brown sugar and pinch of cinnamon. Stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar melts into the butter and becomes a sauce. Add bananas and toss together. Let cook until the bananas are soft and incorporated into the sauce. Remove to a bowl and let cool completely. Once cool, add cream cheese and mash with a wooden spoon.
- Using a paring knife, cut a 2-inch-long slits in 1 side of each bread slice, cutting 3/4 of way through bread and creating pocket that leaves 3 sides of bread intact. Divide banana mixture equally among the bread pockets.
- In a large bowl, add eggs, heavy cream, milk, cinnamon and rum and whisk to combine. Pour mixture into a 13 by 9-inch casserole dish. Put the bread into the egg mixture and let soak for 3 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove the bread from egg mixture, using a spatula, letting the excess drain off.
- Spray a wire rack with nonstick spray and put the rack on a baking sheet. Put the bread on the rack and transfer to the oven.
- Bake the French toast until it is golden brown and filling is hot, about 25 minutes. Transfer the toast on a serving platter and garnish with confectioners' sugar and maple syrup.
CREAM CHEESE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH BLUEBERRIES
This cream cheese-stuffed French toast is great to prepare the night before and just pop in the oven in the morning. No complaints about this one yet. Great for overnight guests.
Provided by KOSMOND214
Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes
Time 9h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Place bread cubes in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle blueberries over evenly.
- Microwave cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl for 2 minutes. Stir carefully and add white sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Spread mixture over blueberries.
- Cut French bread into ten 1-inch thick slices and place on top.
- Beat eggs, milk, half-and-half, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a bowl and pour over French bread. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 45 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake for 15 minutes more. Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Sift powdered sugar over before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.4 calories, Carbohydrate 69.5 g, Cholesterol 176.3 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 609 mg, Sugar 29.6 g
APPLE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST BAKE
This is baked stuffed french toast casserole a great breakfast dish to make ahead for holidays or Sunday brunch. I run a bed and breakfast and tea room cafe, and this recipe is often requested by customers. -Kay Clark, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with half of the pecans, a single layer of bread and remaining pecans. Arrange apples and remaining bread over the top. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, salt and nutmeg. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned., In a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Serve with French toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 854 calories, Fat 46g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 282mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 102g carbohydrate (72g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST BY CHEF ANDREA DRUMMER RECIPE BY TASTY
Inspired by bread pudding and crème brûlée, this stuffed French toast recipe features thick slices of brioche bread soaked in an egg custard, baked to golden brown perfection, and topped with torched turbinado sugar for a satisfying crunch. Made by Chef Andrea Drummer of the Original Cannabis Cafe (@OGCannabisCafe)
Provided by Tikeyah Whittle
Categories Breakfast
Time 4h40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make the French toast: Using a paring knife, make a small slit in the side of each slice of bread, going almost to the other side, but not all the way through. Set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla bean seeds and bring to a simmer. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warmed through, about 5 minutes.
- Add the eggs to a large bowl. Slowly a ladleful of the cream mixture and whisk to temper the eggs so they do not scramble. Remove the cream mixture from the heat and slowly stream the egg mixture into the pot, whisking to combine. Let cool to room temperature.
- Arrange the sliced brioche in a 9 x 13-inch (19 x 27 cm) baking dish. Pour the cooled custard mixture over the bread. Let soak for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Transfer the soaked brioche to a clean 9 x 13-inch (19 x 27 cm) baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
- While the toast bakes and cools, make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and strawberries. Beat with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fully combined and fluffy. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip and chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Make the macerated strawberries: In a separate medium bowl, combine the strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, and lemon zest. Stir well, then set aside to macerate for 10 minutes.
- Make the chantilly cream: In a separate medium bowl, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla. Beat with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Pipe the ricotta and cream cheese mixture into the center of each slice of French toast, being careful not to overfill.
- Top each slice of French toast with a generous sprinkle of turbinado sugar. Brûlée the sugar with a kitchen torch until melted and golden brown.
- Add the blueberries and maple syrup to the macerated strawberries and stir to combine.
- Garnish each slice of brûléed French toast with a spoonful of the berry mixture, a dollop of chantilly cream, and a mint leaf. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
APPLE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Full of sugary, spiced flavor that's sure to make your mornings brighter, this baked apple-stuffed French toast is easy to prepare and enjoy.
Provided by Bill
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Place apples in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil; allow to cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain apples and toss with white sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Melt butter with brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of water in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add walnuts and simmer for 10 minutes. Pour into the prepared baking pan and let cool, about 10 minutes.
- Cover butter mixture with a layer of bread. Spread apple mixture evenly on top.
- Beat eggs, milk, and vanilla extract together in a large mixing bowl. Dip remaining bread slices in egg mixture, then place in a layer over the apple mixture. Pour remaining egg mixture over bread, filling the pan nearly to the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and puffed and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cookie sheet. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.1 calories, Carbohydrate 89.4 g, Cholesterol 163.3 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 294.6 mg, Sugar 66.2 g
RASPBERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- Warm 6 serving plates in the oven at 200 degrees.
- Slice the bread into 12 pieces. In a bowl, whisk the eggs until foamy. Add the milk, cream, salt, vanilla and granulated sugar and whisk to blend. Pour into a sheet pan with sides. Arrange the bread slices in the pan in a single layer and let soak. Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut the cream cheese into 12 thin slices. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter and melt until foamy. Working in 2 batches if necessary, arrange the soaked bread slices in the skillet. Cook until lightly brown, about 3 minutes. Lay 2 slices of cream cheese on top then place 1/6 of the raspberries on top of the cheese. Place another slice of soaked bread on top and press firmly with the back of a spatula. Turn the "sandwich" over and brown on the other side, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to warmed serving plates.
- Coulis: In a large bowl puree defrosted raspberries. Stir in confectioners' sugar and lemon juice to taste. Through a fine sieve into a serving bowl, strain raspberries.
OVERNIGHT STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
This brunch dish is so rich that no one will suspect each generous serving has just 3 grams of fat."I don't like to cook a lot in the morning so this make-ahead dish is perfect for us," says Brenda Childress of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange 10 slices of bread in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spread each slice with cream cheese. Top with remaining bread. In a large bowl, whisk the egg substitute, milk, 1/3 cup syrup, vanilla and cinnamon; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until top is lightly browned and a thermometer reads at least 160°. Serve with strawberries and remaining syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 805mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CINNAMON RAISIN STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
This is quick and easy, and sure to please!
Provided by Kat
Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon until thoroughly combined. Spread cream cheese mixture onto 4 slices of raisin bread. Top each spread slice with another slice of raisin bread to make 4 sandwiches.
- In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs with milk and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture on both sides.
- Grease a skillet with butter, and place over medium heat. Brown the sandwiches in the skillet for about 2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 127.8 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 340.8 mg, Sugar 15.9 g
MASCARPONE STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH PEACHES
Lemon zest and mascarpone stuffed into thick white bread slices, dipped in batter, pan fried, and smothered in fresh peach sauce. I love this recipe for breakfast but it could be fancy enough for dessert too.
Provided by Escapechef
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Peel peaches, remove pits, and slice into a heavy saucepan, catching all the juices. Stir in sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon, and cook over medium heat until bubbly. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reaches a syrupy consistency, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, cut off and discard the ends of the bolillo rolls. Slice the rolls into 1 1/4-inch-thick slices. Lay each slice of bread on a board, and with a sharp knife held parallel to the board, cut a pocket into each slice, leaving three sides intact. Set aside.
- Stir together the mascarpone, confectioners' sugar, and lemon zest until smooth. Scoop this mixture into a small plastic bag. Cut off one corner of the bag, and pipe as much filling into the pocket in each slice of bread as will fit without overflowing.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla in a shallow bowl. Melt butter with oil over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet. Dip each stuffed piece of bread into the batter, add to the skillet, and cook until browned on both sides. Serve hot with the warm peach sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 179.5 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 91.9 mg, Sugar 26.4 g
STUFFED APRICOT FRENCH TOAST
In our family, this special recipe is often served for our Christmas Day brunch. I was always looking for something unique to serve, and this rich, colorful dish certainly fills the bill. It tastes so good!
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 teaspoon vanilla until fluffy. Stir in nuts; set aside. , Cut bread into 1-1/2-in. slices; cut a pocket in the top of each slice. Fill each pocket with about 2 tablespoons cream cheese mixture. In another bowl, beat eggs, cream, nutmeg and remaining vanilla. Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture, being careful not to squeeze out the filling. , Cook on a lightly greased griddle until lightly browned on both sides. Place on an ungreased baking sheet; bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until a knife inserted near the middle comes out clean. , Meanwhile, combine preserves and orange juice in a small saucepan; heat through. Drizzle over hot French toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Fat 31g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
BERRY-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST FOR TWO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: raspberry, blackberry, maple syrup, black raspberry liqueur, cream cheese, brioche bread, whole milk, large egg, black raspberry liqueur, salt, butter, heavy cream, maple syrup
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the filling: Add the raspberries, blackberries, black raspberry liqueur, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to a large bowl. Stir and let sit for 10 minutes for the berries to macerate.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and remaining tablespoon of maple syrup until smooth.
- Spread the filling evenly over the 4 slices of bread. Arrange some of the berries on 2 slices of the bread and top with the other slices of bread. Press to seal the pieces together.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the milk, egg, black raspberry liqueur, and salt.
- Melt the butter on a griddle or in a large skillet over medium heat. Quickly dip both sides of the bread pockets in the milk mixture, then transfer to the pan and fry on each side for about 3 minutes, until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the maple syrup and continue beating until the cream holds medium peaks.
- Serve the stuffed French toast with a dollop of maple whipped cream and a scoop of macerated berries with their soaking liquid.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 845 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 42 grams
STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the cream cheese and beat until smooth. Add the jam and a pinch of salt and continue to beat until thoroughly combined. Using a paring knife, make a slit in each bread slice about 2 to 3 inches long and deep; this pocket will hold the filling. Using an offset spatula, divide and stuff the filling equally into the pockets, making sure it's not a big lump. Set aside.
- In a shallow dish, add the eggs, milk, vanilla extract and almond extract. Mix with a fork until combined. Dip the challah into the mixture, turning to coat both sides. Let sit and soak while you heat your butter.
- In a large nonstick skillet, add the butter and heat over medium heat until it begins to foam. Add the challah, allowing any excess egg mixture to drip off, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, flipping once, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Place the French toast on a serving dish. Serve with a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk and garnished with strawberries.
- In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, orange zest and salt and whisk together. In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, orange juice, oil and 2 of the eggs.
- Add the wet to the flour mixture; stir to combine. Knead, either by hand on a floured surface or with a dough hook on medium speed for 7 to 10 minutes, adding more flour as necessary (but resist any urge to add too much!), until you have a smooth and slightly sticky dough.
- Transfer the dough to a large oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature until doubled in size, about 2 hours. (Alternatively, chill the dough in the refrigerator overnight, then let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping.)
- Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Divide each into 3 logs and braid. Place on 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly apart. Cover loosely and let rise 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining egg and 1 tablespoon water. Brush the loaves with egg wash and sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake until they are golden and have an internal temperature of 190 degrees F; begin checking for doneness at 18 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly and enjoy. (Challah is best eaten within 24 hours. After that it's ok if you toast it or use it for French toast. It also freezes well!)
BAKED STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
Both sweet and savory, this make-ahead brunch entree is stuffed with ham and Gruyere cheese and served with maple syrup. This family-friendly dish goes well with a green salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Butter bottom and sides of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Make a deep slit in each bread slice to create a pocket. Stuff each with 1 slice of ham, then divide cheese evenly among pockets.
- Whisk together eggs and milk in a bowl until combined, and season with salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture into prepared baking dish. Add bread slices in a single layer, gently pressing into egg mixture, and let soak 15 minutes. Flip bread You can soak the bread in the egg mixture for just 30 minutes, but the French toast will be even more delicious if you let it sit overnight. and gently press again into egg mixture. Let soak 15 minutes. (If preparing the day before, refrigerate up to 12 hours, loosely covered, then let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Top bread with remaining ham and cheese. Bake until egg mixture is set and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Turn oven to broil, with rack 4 to 6 inches from heat source. Broil until bread is toasted and golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve hot with maple syrup.
BLUEBERRY STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
From the Hennessey House Bed & Breakfast, Napa, California. This is very rich but so good. Time does not include overnight time in the refrigerator. Use a good quality syrup from the NE.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grease the bottom of one pyrex dish (9x13).
- Cut off the crust of each piece of bread, approximately 18 slices. Spray your dish with Pam cooking spray, and layer the bottom of the dish with half of the bread.
- Cut your cream cheese into one-inch squares and sprinkle over the entire layer of French bread. Take half of the bag of berries and sprinkle over the cream cheese.
- Add your second layer of bread on top of your cream cheese and berries.
- Mix the eggs, milk and syrup together in a mixer or with a hand mixer in a large bowl and pour over the top layer of bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight until ready to bake.
- Bake covered with foil (spray foil with Pam to keep toast from sticking) for about one hour or more in a 375ºF oven. Remove the foil during the last 15 minutes until lightly browned and the top of the bread in the center feels slightly dry.
- Blueberry Sauce:.
- Mix sugar and water together. Bring to a slow boil for 10 minutes. Add the berries and reduce heat when mixture returns to a boil. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Just before serving, thicken with a lump-free mixture of cornstarch and a small amount of water. Stir constantly until thickened to desired consistency. The cornstarch reacts to boiling water, add your mixture at the boiling point. Sauce is done when it coats the back of a spoon! This can be done the night before and stored in the refrigerator.
Tips for Perfect Stuffed French Toast:
- Use a thick, sturdy bread, such as brioche or challah, to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the bread into thick slices, about 1-inch thick.
- Flatten the bread slices with a rolling pin to make them easier to fill.
- Don't overfill the bread slices, or they will be difficult to close.
- Use a flavorful filling, such as cheese, ham, or vegetables.
- Dip the stuffed bread slices in a mixture of eggs, milk, and spices before cooking.
- Cook the stuffed French toast over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the stuffed French toast immediately, with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
Stuffed French toast is a delicious and versatile breakfast or brunch dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and toppings. With a little planning and effort, you can create a show-stopping dish that will impress your family and friends.
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