Air Fryer Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast

Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Serves
2
Thick brioche French toast stuffed with sweet cream cheese and crusted with chopped pistachios, cooked golden in the air fryer. It's crisp outside, custardy inside and ready in minutes.
It feels like brunch-restaurant food at home. Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Stuff
Cut a pocket into the side of each slice and fill with cream cheese.
Custard
Whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla.
Dip
Soak each stuffed slice about 10 seconds per side.
Air fry
Preheat to 350°F, spray both sides, and cook 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
Top
Press chopped pistachios on top and serve with maple syrup.
560
Calories
16g
Protein
52g
Carbs
32g
Fat
Tips for the best results
- Don't soak too long or the bread falls apart.
- Use day-old brioche for better structure.
- Swap pistachios for pecans or crushed cereal.
Frequently asked
How long does French toast take in the air fryer?
About 10 to 12 minutes at 350°F, flipping halfway.
Can I use regular bread?
Yes, thick sliced works best.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Reheat for 3 minutes at 350°F.


