Berries and Cream French Toast

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Berries and Cream French Toast

Serves 8.
Course Breakfast
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf french bread, sliced into 8 slices
  • 3 oz cream cheese
  • 3 Tbsp jam/preserves of your choice
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • optional: powdered sugar or syrup

Instructions
 

  • Cut a pocket into each slice of bread by cutting from the top crust side, almost to the bottom crust. Be careful not to slice completely through bread.
  • In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, preserves and brown sugar.
  • Spoon about one tablespoon of mixture into each pocket.
  • In another small bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon until well combined.
  • Dip stuffed bread slices in egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
  • Spray griddle or skillet with non stick spray.
  • Cook bread slices over medium heat until golden brown, turning once, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Lightly garnish each slice with powdered sugar or maple syrup.