Honey Butter Stuffed French Toast Sticks Recipe
Honey Butter Stuffed French Toast Sticks are a delightful breakfast treat featuring thick brioche bread stuffed with a creamy honey butter and cream cheese filling. Coated in a spiced egg custard and pan-fried to golden perfection, these sticks are served warm with fresh strawberries, blueberries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup for an irresistible combination of sweet and fruity flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 French toast sticks (from 4 sandwiches) 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
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 butter and honey until smooth. Add the cream cheese and mix until well blended. Set aside for assembly.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Take 4 slices of brioche bread and spread a generous amount of the honey butter mixture on each slice. Top each with another slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- Cut into Sticks: Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into 3 equal strips to create French toast sticks.
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
- Dip the Sticks: Dip each French toast stick into the egg mixture, making sure all sides are well coated for even cooking and flavor.
- Cook to Perfection: Place the coated sticks onto the heated skillet and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Dust: Remove the cooked sticks from the skillet and transfer them to a cooling rack to prevent sogginess. While still warm, dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve with Fresh Fruits: Serve the French toast sticks warm with fresh sliced strawberries, blueberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra burst of sweetness and freshness.
Notes
- Bread Options: Substitute brioche with challah or Texas toast if preferred.
- Dairy-Free: Use almond or soy milk and dairy-free butter and cream cheese for dairy-free version.
- Extra Flavor: Adding orange zest or a splash of orange juice to the egg mixture gives a citrusy twist.
- Nut-Free: Ensure all ingredients are nut-free for allergy considerations.
- Fruit Variations: Try raspberries or banana slices instead of strawberries and blueberries for different tastes.
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