Description
Indulge in this delicious Churro Cinnamon Sugar French Toast topped with a smooth and creamy cream cheese icing. This sweet breakfast treat features thick slices of brioche or challah bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced egg mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection, coated in crispy cinnamon sugar, and finished with a luscious cream cheese drizzle.
Ingredients
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French Toast
- 6 slices of thick-cut bread (brioche or challah)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Icing
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined to create a flavorful custard for soaking the bread.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a separate small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon thoroughly. Set this aside as it will be used to coat the cooked French toast for that classic churro crunch.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter to prepare for frying the bread slices.
- Dip the Bread: Take each slice of bread and dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated without soaking too long to avoid sogginess.
- Fry the Bread: Place the coated slices in the hot skillet and cook each side for 2-3 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as necessary and repeat with remaining slices.
- Coat the French Toast: While the toast is still warm, dredge each slice in the cinnamon sugar mixture so the sugar sticks to the buttery surface, creating a sweet and crunchy layer.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy. Adjust the milk amount to achieve a drizzle-friendly consistency.
- Assemble and Serve: Drizzle the cream cheese icing generously over the cinnamon sugar-coated French toast and garnish with optional toppings like fresh fruit or whipped cream for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For best results, use thick slices of brioche or challah bread as they absorb the custard well without falling apart.
- You can substitute whole milk with any milk of choice, but whole milk offers the creamiest texture.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar coating according to your sweetness preference.
- The cream cheese icing can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated; bring it to room temperature before drizzling.
- To keep French toast warm while cooking batches, place cooked slices on a baking sheet in a low oven (around 200°F).
