Average Rating: 0TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.Ingredients
- 8 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup Nutella
- 1 medium banana, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 4 teaspoons brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Optional toppings: Confectioners' sugar, maple syrup, fresh mint leaves, additional banana slices and additional Nutella
Instructions
- 1. On each of 4 bread slices, spread cream cheese and Nutella to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with banana slices, brown sugar and remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, liqueur, cinnamon and vanilla.
- 2. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, allowing each side to soak 30 seconds. Place sandwiches in skillet; toast until golden brown, 4-5 minutes on each side. If desired, serve with toppings.
Nutrition Facts
1 stuffed French toast: 469 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 221mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
