Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this Churro Stuffed French Toast! Crispy, golden-brown bread envelops a sweet churro filling, all dusted with cinnamon sugar. This delightful dish brings together the warmth of cinnamon and sugar, creating a brunch experience that feels like a cozy hug. Perfect for special occasions or simply treating yourself, each bite is an explosion of flavor and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for dusting)
- Chocolate sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon until combined; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Generously spread churro filling between two slices of bread; press to seal.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture until soaked but not soggy; fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Immediately coat each side with the cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for better absorption. Feel free to swap chocolate sauce for caramel or fruit preserves for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in a skillet.