French Toast Ripieno Alla Ricotta E Limone (lemon Ricotta Stuffed French Toast)
French Toast Ripieno alla Ricotta e Limone, or Lemon Ricotta Stuffed French Toast, is a delightful Sicilian twist on a classic breakfast dish. The creamy ricotta filling with a hint of lemon adds a burst of flavor to the traditional French toast, making it a perfect choice for a leisurely weekend brunch.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of thick bread
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, sugar, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Spread the ricotta mixture onto 4 slices of bread and top with the remaining 4 slices to make 4 sandwiches.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Cook the stuffed French toast sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Serve the Lemon Ricotta Stuffed French Toast with maple syrup.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 18g
- Saturated Fat
- 8g
- Cholesterol
- 185mg
- Sodium
- 400mg
- Fiber
- 2g
- Sugar
- 8g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Whisk Skillet Spatula
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lemon Ricotta Stuffed French Toast with a side of fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful breakfast treat.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of citrus flavor, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the French toast before serving.
Cost
$10