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Jam-Filled French Toast

A mixture of jam and cream cheese produces a pleasantly creamy and not-too-sweet filling. Feel free to swap other flavors of jam for the apricot used here, or fresh berries for the tropical fruit salad.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

8 slices (1 inch thick) Italian bread
3 tablespoons apricot jam
2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Pure maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Cooked bacon, for serving (optional)
Tropical Fruit Salad, for serving (optional; recipe below)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Using a paring knife, cut a horizontal slit in each bread slice to form a pocket. Stir together jam and cream cheese. Spoon 1 tablespoon mixture into each pocket.

    Step 2

    In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon until combined. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Working in batches of two, lay bread slices in egg mixture, letting them soak 5 seconds on each side.

    Step 3

    Lift slices, letting excess drip back into bowl, and place in skillet; cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat, adding remaining tablespoon butter to skillet. Serve immediately with syrup, bacon, and fruit salad, as desired.

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