Apricot Stuffed French Toast

Submitted by MARIA MAC

"I saw this on Everyday Food. It looked so good I had to save the recipe."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 8 one-inch-thick slices (about 4 inches in diameter)
• 3 tablespoons apricot jam
• 1⁄4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 large eggs
• 1⁄2 cup low-fat milk (1 percent)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 -2 tablespoon unsalted butter
• pure maple syrup, for serving (optional)

directions

1. Using a paring knife, cut a horizontal slit in each bread slice to form a pocket. In a bowl, blend jam and cream cheese. Spoon 1 tablespoon mixture into each pocket.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until combined. In a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Lay half the bread slices in egg mixture, letting them soak 5 seconds on each side.
3. Place slices in skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining bread, adding more butter to skillet if needed. If desired, serve French toast with syrup.