STUFFED FRENCH TOAST WITH MAPLE BERRY SAUCE

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This mild-flavored skillet dish is prepared differently than traditional French toast, making this a deliciously special breakfast.-Nancee Melin, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1-1/3 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat spreadable strawberry cream cheese
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted and chopped
8 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
1-1/2 cups frozen unsweetened mixed berries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, orange zest and cinnamon until blended; stir in almonds. Cut a pocket in the side of each slice of bread; fill with 2 tablespoons cream cheese mixture., In a shallow bowl, whisk egg substitute, milk and vanilla. Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture. Cook on a greased hot griddle until golden brown on both sides., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in water and syrup until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in berries; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-8 minutes or until heated through. Serve with French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Linda Faunce
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I'm not sure if I'll be able to make this recipe, but it sure looks delicious.


Cody Wolfe
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This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's definitely worth the effort.


Umar Nawaz
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe.


jenny love
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests.


Abigail Carbonell
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I'm going to make this recipe for my next brunch party.


Zubair ali N_jan
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This is the best stuffed French toast recipe I've ever tried. Thank you for sharing it!


Krishna Kumal
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Rumana Sharmin
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Talisha Mccants
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I love that this recipe can be customized to my liking. I added some chopped nuts and raisins to the filling, and it turned out perfectly.


Lujain
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The finished product is simply amazing.


Conrad Jonathan
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I'm not usually a fan of French toast, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the filling is to die for.


Omri Moore
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I also love that it can be made ahead of time and reheated in the morning.


Bisma humera
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I made this for brunch last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how good it was.


Susmita
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My family loved this recipe! It was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Sam Gober
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I've tried many stuffed French toast recipes, but this one is by far the best. The filling is so creamy and flavorful, and the bread is perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.


Gus Bus
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This stuffed French toast recipe is a total game-changer! The maple berry sauce is the perfect finishing touch.