Cream Cheese Stuffed Blackberry Compote French Toast

Cream Cheese Stuffed Blackberry Compote French Toast is a sweet, creamy, and fruity breakfast delight. Perfect for special mornings, it combines whipped cream cheese, warm blackberry compote, and golden French toast slices for a treat everyone will love.

Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 12 mins
Total time: 22 mins
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

8 pieces of thick, rich bread (brioche or challah) 8 ounces whipped cream cheese 3 large eggs, beaten 1 1/2 cups skim milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 tablespoons butter Powdered sugar to garnish Optional: 1/4 cup blackberry compote for stuffing 12 ounces blackberries Zest of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for compote) 1/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon corn starch

Instructions

1. Combine blackberries, lemon juice and zest, sugar, vanilla extract, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 2. Add cornstarch, stir, and simmer until the compote thickens. Remove from heat. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. 4. Spread whipped cream cheese on one side of each bread slice. Optionally, spread a tablespoon of compote over cream cheese. 5. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. 6. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, place in skillet, and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. 7. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, refreshing butter as needed. 8. Serve warm, topped with additional compote and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Brioche or challah works best as they absorb custard without falling apart. Make the compote ahead and refrigerate to save time. Add extra lemon juice to the compote if you want less sweetness.

Nutrition

Calories: 380
Fat: 20g
Saturated fat: 11g
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 320mg
Protein: 9g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g