Ingredients

4 slices rye bread
3 -4 ounces cream cheese , softened
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 -4 eggs , depending on size
1/4 - 1/2 cup milk , to taste
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup blackberry preserves
1 cup fresh blackberries
sugar
This Stuffed Rye French Toast with Blackberry Sauce is a twist on traditional French toast, made with rye bread and stuffed with sweetened cream cheese. The addition of almond extract in the egg mixture gives the dish a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy blackberry sauce. This recipe is perfect for a lazy Sunday morning breakfast with friends and family, and is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Spread softened cream cheese on two slices of rye bread and top each with the remaining two slices.
3.In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, almond extract and sugar.
4.Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
5.Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
6.Cook each sandwich for 2 - 3 minutes per side or until golden.
7.Transfer the sandwiches to a baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes to ensure the cream cheese is fully melted.
8.While the sandwiches are baking, make the blackberry sauce. In a saucepan, heat blackberry preserves and fresh blackberries until warm.
9.Serve the stuffed french toast topped with the blackberry sauce and an extra pinch of sugar, if desired.

PROS

This dish is a twist on traditional French toast, and the addition of cream cheese and almond extract makes it extra delicious.

The blackberry sauce is a tangy and sweet complement to the creamy french toast, making for a well-rounded breakfast.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you’re not a fan of rye bread, this recipe may not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be particularly healthy, the blackberries in the sauce are a good source of antioxidants and fiber.
Moderate consumption of this breakfast treat is recommended as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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