Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast With Streusel Topper and Fresh

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast With Streusel Topper and Fresh
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package reduced-fat cream cheese ( Neufchatel )
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 can lucky leaf lemon pie filling
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 loaf French bread
1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
fresh blueberries or sliced strawberry

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
442
Sugar
32g
Fat
16g
Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast With Streusel Topper and Fresh is a decadent breakfast dish that's perfect for a special occasion or leisurely weekend morning. The rich and creamy filling made from reduced-fat cream cheese and lucky leaf lemon pie filling is sandwiched inside slices of French bread, then dipped in an egg mixture and coated with a crunchy streusel topping. To finish, a handful of fresh blueberries or sliced strawberries are added to the plate for a pop of color and extra nutrition. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add lucky leaf lemon pie filling, stir until combined.
2.Cut French bread diagonally into 1-inch slices.
3.In a shallow dish whisk eggs and milk together.
4.Spread 1 heaping tablespoon cream cheese mixture over a slice of bread, top with another slice of bread. Dip in egg mixture.
5.In another dish combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Dip both sides of the stuffed bread into mixture.
6.Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter.
7.Cook French toast 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with fresh blueberries or sliced strawberry.

PROS

This French toast is creamy and flavorful, with a sweet and slightly tangy lemon filling.
The streusel topper adds a nice crunch.

It’s a perfect breakfast treat for a special occasion or weekend morning.

CONS

This recipe can be high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The eggs in this recipe provide a good source of protein and vitamin D, while the lucky leaf lemon pie filling adds a little boost of vitamin C. The blueberries and strawberries provide antioxidants that can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

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