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Tiramisu-Stuffed French Toast

Course Breakfast
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 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!