Honey Butter Stuffed French Toast Sticks Recipe
Delight in these Honey Butter Stuffed French Toast Sticks – a perfect blend of creamy honey butter filling wrapped in golden, cinnamon-spiced brioche, pan-cooked to crispy perfection and served with fresh berries and maple syrup for an irresistible breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings (approximately 12 sticks) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Honey Butter Filling
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
French Toast Sticks
- 8 slices thick-cut brioche bread
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing the skillet
For Serving
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Fresh blueberries
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Maple syrup, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Butter Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and honey and whisk until smooth and well blended. Add the softened cream cheese and mix until the mixture is creamy and fully combined. Set aside for assembly.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until the custard is smooth and homogeneous.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Take four slices of the thick-cut brioche bread and spread a generous layer of the prepared honey butter filling on each slice. Top each with another slice of brioche to form a sandwich.
- Cut into Sticks: Using a sharp knife, cut each assembled sandwich into three equal strips, creating French toast sticks.
- Heat the Skillet: Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote browning.
- Dip the Sticks: One by one, dip each French toast stick into the egg mixture, making sure to coat all sides thoroughly for maximum flavor and texture.
- Cook to Perfection: Place the coated sticks onto the hot skillet. Cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy while the inside remains soft and custardy.
- Cool and Dust: Transfer the cooked French toast sticks to a cooling rack to prevent sogginess. Dust lightly with powdered sugar while still warm.
- Serve with Fresh Fruits: Arrange the French toast sticks on a serving plate alongside fresh sliced strawberries and blueberries. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy immediately for best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute the brioche bread with challah or Texas toast for a similar effect.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, replace whole milk with almond or soy milk and use dairy-free butter and cream cheese alternatives.
- Add a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice or grated orange zest into the egg mixture to infuse a subtle citrus aroma.
- Ensure all ingredients are nut-free if accommodating guests with nut allergies.
- For variety, switch out strawberries and blueberries for raspberries or banana slices.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle for even cooking and easy flipping.
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