Churro Cinnamon Sugar French Toast with Cream Cheese Icing is a decadent twist on the classic French toast, inspired by the flavors of churros. This indulgent breakfast or brunch dish features thick slices of bread dipped in a sweet cinnamon egg mixture, cooked until golden brown, and then coated in a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping. The finishing touch is a creamy and tangy cream cheese icing drizzled over the warm French toast. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
For the French Toast:
- 8 slices of thick-cut bread (such as Texas toast or brioche)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter, for cooking
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the French Toast Batter:
- In a shallow bowl or dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
2. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- In another shallow bowl or dish, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to make the cinnamon sugar topping. Set aside.
3. Dip the Bread:
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
4. Cook the French Toast:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a pat of butter.
- Place the dipped bread slices onto the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
5. Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:
- While the French toast is still warm, dip each slice into the cinnamon sugar topping, coating both sides generously.
6. Make the Cream Cheese Icing:
- In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or cream if needed.
7. Serve:
- Place the cinnamon sugar-coated French toast slices onto serving plates.
- Drizzle the cream cheese icing over the French toast slices.
- Optionally, garnish with extra cinnamon sugar or fresh berries.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciousness of Churro Cinnamon Sugar French Toast with Cream Cheese Icing!
This indulgent breakfast treat is sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible flavors and textures.
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