Marmalade-Stuffed French Toast with Orange Syrup

Name: Marmalade-Stuffed French Toast with Orange Syrup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 2 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch slices French bread (each about 1 inch thick); 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 1/4 cup marmalade; 4 large eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter; Orange Syrup

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300F.
2
Place baking sheet in oven.
3
Cutting through top crust of each bread slice, make 4-inch-long by 2-inch-deep pocket.
4
Stir cream cheese and marmalade in small bowl.
5
Spoon 1 generous tablespoonful cream cheese mixture into each bread pocket.
6
Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon and nutmeg in pie plate.
7
Dip 4 stuffed bread slices into egg mixture, coating completely.
8
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
9
Add dipped bread to skillet.
10
Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
11
Transfer French toast to baking sheet in oven.
12
Repeat dipping and cooking with remaining 4 bread slices, egg mixture and 1 tablespoon butter.
13
Serve with Orange Syrup.

332

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 2 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch slices French bread (each about 1 inch thick), 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature, 1/4 cup marmalade, 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Marmalade-Stuffed French Toast with Orange Syrup falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!