Cannoli French Toast

Ingredients

Thick-cut bread (brioche or challah)

8 slices

Eggs

4 large

Milk

1 cup

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Cinnamon

1 teaspoon

Ricotta cheese

1 cup

Powdered sugar

1/4 cup, plus extra for dusting

Chocolate chips

1/2 cup

Butter

4 tablespoons

Chocolate sauce (optional)

for drizzling

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
2. Dip each slice of thick-cut bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Allow excess to drip off.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and chocolate chips until smooth and well combined.
4. Spread the ricotta mixture onto 4 slices of the bread, then top each with the remaining slices to create sandwiches.
5. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed while cooking.
7. Remove the French toast from the skillet and dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
8. For an extra touch, drizzle with warm chocolate sauce or serve with fresh berries.