Apricot Stuffed French Toast
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
MARIA MAC
Andover, 61
<p>I am from Andover, Ma. We have a place in Maine where we spend most of the summer. I have a wonderful husband in my life that I thank God for everyday. I love to cook and bake. It relaxes me. And I love it when I see the smiles on peoples faces when they love what I have cooked. Thanks to all of you and your recipes this happens alot!</p>