Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 loaf brioche (sliced into 1 1/2-inch-thick slices (day-old preferred))
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons or more unsalted butter
- Unsweetened cocoa powder and maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1: Mix mascarpone, cream cheese, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth, then transfer to a piping bag.
- Step 2: Slice a 2-inch-wide slit into the bottom of each bread slice and pipe in the filling.
- Step 3: Whisk eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, espresso, and vanilla in a large bowl. Dip the stuffed bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 10 seconds on each side.
- Step 4: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the bread until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
- Step 5: Dust with cocoa powder, serve with maple syrup, and enjoy your tiramisu-inspired French toast feast!