Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast treat with this Churro Cinnamon Sugar French Toast topped with a luscious Cream Cheese Icing. Perfect for a special weekend brunch!
Ingredients
For the French toast:
- 8 thick slices brioche or Texas toast
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
For the cinnamon sugar coating:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the cream cheese icing:
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk (as needed for drizzling consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the French toast: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Cook the bread slices in butter until golden brown.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon. Brush toast with melted butter and coat with the sugar mixture.
- Make the cream cheese icing: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
- Drizzle and serve: Drizzle the icing over the French toast and enjoy warm.
Notes
- For a fun twist, make churro French toast sticks by slicing the bread before frying.
- Adjust icing consistency for different uses – glaze or spreadable frosting.
