Raspberry Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast

August 31, 2013

Mascarpone - an Italian cream cheese - combines beautifully with raspeberries to create a fabulously fruity filling for scrumptious french toast.

4 1 1/2-inch thick slices French (or challah) bread (preferably at least a day old)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup half and half
1/4 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup raspberries
1/2 tablespoon of sugar

1. Cut a deep pocket into each slice of bread. For the filling, combine mascarpone cheese with raspberries and 1/2 tablespoon sugar. Divide filling evenly and fill pockets. Place in a 9 x 13 inch baking...
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Nutritions

Calories
271

Sodium
187mg
7% DV

Fat
14g
21% DV

Protein
14g
28% DV

Carbs
24g
8% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV