Apple Pecan Stuffed French Toast

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Ingredients

CRUST:
  • 1 8 oz. package cream cheese
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 16 oz. loaf, French bread
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup Hood® Golden Eggnog
TOPPING:
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 cups granny smith apples, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1 1/2 cups caramel sauce
  • Hood® Instant Whipped Cream

Directions

  • STEP 1

    Beat together cream cheese and a teaspoon of vanilla until fluffy.

  • STEP 2

    Stir in nuts and set aside.

  • STEP 3

    Cut bread into 10 to 12 1/2-inch slices. Cut a pocket in the top of each. Fill each with 1 1/2 tablespoons of cheese mixture.

  • STEP 4

    Beat together eggs, Eggnog, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and nutmeg.

  • STEP 5

    Using tongs, carefully dip the filled bread slices in egg mixture; be careful not to squeeze out filling.

  • STEP 6

    Cook on both sides until golden brown.

  • STEP 7

    Meanwhile, cook apples and juice in a medium pan over medium/low heat until apples are tender. Place on hot French toast.

  • STEP 8

    Drizzle caramel sauce on top and top with Instant Whipped Cream.

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