Description
Indulge in this delightful twist on classic French toast with the delicious combination of peanut butter and jelly stuffed between slices of bread, creating a sweet and savory breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast:
- 8 slices of sandwich bread
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons fruit jelly or jam (any flavor)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
- Optional: powdered sugar and fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Sandwiches: Spread peanut butter on 4 slices of bread and jelly on the remaining 4 slices. Press together to form 4 sandwiches.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides well. Cook the sandwiches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm, topped with powdered sugar or berries if desired.
Notes
- Use thick-sliced bread like brioche or Texas toast for extra richness.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter or another alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
