Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast with Blackberry Compote
Author:lilie
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast crowned with Blackberry Compotecreamy irresistible breakfast bliss that sparks curiosity and begs to share
Ingredients
Scale
4–6 thick slices brioche or challah bread
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 cups fresh blackberries (or thawed frozen)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 large eggs
1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt
Butter, for cooking
Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Make the blackberry compote: In a small saucepan, simmer 2 cups berries with 1–2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and a splash of water for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the berries burst. Mash a few berries for texture if you like a chunky compote. Keep warm.
Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the stuffed bread: Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese filling on four slices of bread. Spoon a generous dollop of warm blackberry compote over the filling, then top with another slice to form a sandwich.
Whisk the custard: In a shallow dish, whisk eggs, milk (or cream), vanilla, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Dip and soak: Dip each assembled sandwich into the custard, turning to coat all sides. Let it soak for about 15–20 seconds per side.
Cook to golden perfection: In a skillet over medium heat, melt a knob of butter. Cook the stuffed sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the crust is deeply golden and the filling is warm and melty.
Plate and finish: Transfer to plates, spoon extra warm blackberry compote over the top, and finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Drizzle maple syrup if you like a touch more sweetness. Serve immediately.
Make-ahead option: Assemble the sandwiches and refrigerate up to 8 hours before cooking.
Notes
Cream Cheese Stuffed Blackberry Compote French Toast with a cream cheese center and glossy blackberry compote, cooked in one skillet for an easy, brunch-worthy breakfast.
