French toast is already so decadent and amazing. But when you stuff it with a creamy, citrus-y, pecan-y filling, you’ve got yourself something really special. Now, if you can get someone to serve this to you in bed, you’ve got the start of a perfect day!
I often think about what Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood would say about my recipes. I imagine them biting into it and Mary calling it “scrummy” while Paul hems and haws and makes me wait for a handshake. (In my fantasy, I always get a handshake, obviously.) Now, I’d have to make the french bread from scratch for anyone of their caliber to be really impressed. Like I have time for that. Especially when my grocery store bakes it fresh everyday and sells it to me for a buck fifty. But I’m pretty sure the flavors and textures in this recipe would earn me a handshake and a “scrummy”.
Making this french toast only requires a few extra minutes, and the creamy filling and orange flavor make it totally worth it.
Directions for making Orange Stuffed French Toast
Heat up your oven to 350°. Spread out pecans on a baking sheet and lightly toast until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside. Toasting your pecans gives them a nuttier, richer flavor. It’s a few minutes worth spending.
Slice french bread on a slight diagonal at 1″ thick. Make a pocket by cutting from the top of the bread down 1/2 way through the slice. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients, and mix well.
Place about 1 Tbsp of filling into each sliced pocket.
In a medium bowl, mix dip ingredients until well combined.
Heat a skillet or griddle to 350°. Spread butter over griddle. Dip each piece of bread so both sides are covered and place on the griddle. Cook on each side until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
Top with powdered sugar and syrup.
I hope this recipe gives you something exciting to look forward to in the morning. I know it’s pretty high on my list for homemade breakfast. If you try it, be sure to comment here or tag me on Instagram @theovenlight. I’ll be sure to re-share your photo. Enjoy!
Love this Orange Stuffed French Toast? Try these other great breakfast recipes!
Banana Muffins – No Refined Sugar!
Pumpkin Muffins – No Refined Sugar!
Chocolate Granola with Almonds and Chocolate Chips – Tastes amazing on yogurt!
Orange Stuffed French Toast
Ingredients
- 1 loaf french bread cut into 1″ slices
- 2 Tbsp butter for the griddle
For the Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/3 C chopped pecans toasted
- 4 Tbsp orange marmalade
For the Dip
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 tsp grated orange peel
- 1/2 C orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Heat up your oven to 350°. Spread out pecans on a baking sheet and lightly toast until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Slice french bread on a slight diagonal 1″ thick. Make a pocket by cutting from the top of the bread down 1/2 way through the slice. Set aside
- In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients, and mix well.
- Place about 1 Tbsp of filling into each sliced pocket.
- In a medium bowl, mix dip ingredients until well combined.
- Heat a skillet or griddle to 350°. Spread butter over griddle. Dip each piece of bread so both sides are covered and place on the griddle. Cook on each side until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
- Top with powdered sugar and syrup if you like!
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