Savory Stuffed French Toast

Father’s Day is always a good food day in this family! Marc and I usually have breakfast with my dad and then dinner with his dad. My brother and I always conspire to bring breakfast to my dad instead of going out, and this year it was all about this incredible savory stuffed French toast. It had to have big Italian flavors to make my Italian dad happy so I went all out using ciabatta bread, prosciutto, fresh smoked mozzarella and pecorino romano cheese!

The bread in this savory stuffed French toast was the most important to get right. I found roasted garlic ciabatta bread in my store and it ended up being so perfect! I used half of the loaf in this recipe and sliced it into 4 really thick slices. I set the heel aside for later use so that all of the slices were the same and had the interior exposed.
The bread in this savory stuffed French toast was the most important to get right. I found roasted garlic ciabatta bread in my store and it ended up being so perfect! I used half of the loaf in this recipe and sliced it into 4 really thick slices. I set the heel aside for later use so that all of the slices were the same and had the interior exposed.
I cut the slices super thick so that I could make a nice, big pocket for the filling. I just cut along the middle of the crust along half of its length, and then deep enough to cut most of way through the width without going through the other side.
I cut the slices super thick so that I could make a nice, big pocket for the filling. I just cut along the middle of the crust along half of its length, and then deep enough to cut most of way through the width without going through the other side.
Each of those pockets were filled with a thin slice of smoked mozzarella and wonderful, salty prosciutto. That combination alone was going to win over my dad!
I filled each of those pockets with a thin slice of smoked mozzarella and wonderful, salty prosciutto. That combination alone was going to win over my dad!
Once the savory stuffed French toast was assembled, I let it bathe in the most amazing custard. It was a combination of eggs, milk, dried herbs, seasoning and lots of pecorino romano cheese. I let the bread soak it in for 5 minutes on each side to really absorb the flavors.
Once the savory stuffed French toast was assembled, I let it bathe in the most amazing custard. It was a combination of eggs, milk, dried herbs, seasoning and lots of pecorino romano cheese. I let the bread soak it in for 5 minutes on each side to really absorb the flavors.
Then it was time for my trusty electric griddle to go to work! I cooked the savory stuffed French toast for a few minutes on each side, repeating that until the interior was cooked through and melty without burning the outside. Flipping it every so often kept each side from burning! It took about 6-7 minutes total on each side on my particular griddle. Then I just served the goodness immediately!
Then it was time for my trusty electric griddle to go to work! I cooked the savory stuffed French toast for a few minutes on each side, repeating that until the interior was cooked through and melty without burning the outside. Flipping it every so often kept each side from burning! It took about 6-7 minutes total on each side on my particular griddle. Then I just served the goodness immediately!

Oh my goodness was the savory stuffed French toast a hit. The bread was pure, custardy goodness before hitting that salty and creamy middle with the prosciutto and mozzarella. It was the perfect combination and definitely Dad approved. A huge Happy Father’s Day to all of the fathers, father figures and pet daddies out there! xoxo

Savory Stuffed French Toast
Savory Stuffed French Toast
4.25 from 4 votes
Savory Stuffed French Toast
Savory Stuffed French Toast
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

This savory stuffed French toast is what brunch dreams are made of! Ciabatta bread, prosciutto and mozzarella all come together with an amazing custard. 

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: French Toast, Savory Stuffed French Toast
Servings: 4
Calories: 309 kcal
Author: Jeanie and Lulu's Kitchen
Ingredients
  • 1/2 loaf ciabatta bread
  • 1/4 pound prosciutto divided
  • 4 thin slices fresh smoked mozzarella
  • 5 whole eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
  • 1 pinch truffle salt
  • 1 pinch freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon butter to grease the griddle
Instructions
  1. Take the ciabatta loaf and slice it into 4 thick, equal slices. Remove the heel and set it aside to dip in pasta sauce later! Then gently slice an opening through the middle of each slice to make a large pocket for the filling. Stuff each slice with 1/4 of the prosciutto and a slice of the mozzarella. Then combine the eggs, milk, cheese, salt, pepper, basil and oregano in a large mixing bowl and whisk it all together. Soak the stuffed bread slices in that mixture for 5 minutes on each side.
  2. While the bread finishes soaking in the custard, pre-heat an electric griddle to 350 or a large griddle pan over medium high heat. Grease the griddle with the butter. Take the bread right out of the custard and onto the griddle to cook for 3 minutes on each side. Then cook them for another 2 minutes on each side. If necessary, reduce the heat and keep flipping the toast every couple of minutes until the mozzarella is melted without burning the outside. Serve the savory French toast immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Savory Stuffed French Toast
Amount Per Serving (1 stuffed French toast)
Calories 309 Calories from Fat 164
% Daily Value*
Fat 18.2g28%
Saturated Fat 8.4g53%
Cholesterol 250mg83%
Sodium 782mg34%
Potassium 177mg5%
Carbohydrates 11.3g4%
Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugar 1.8g2%
Protein 25.5g51%
Calcium 130mg13%
Iron 1.4mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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10 thoughts on “Savory Stuffed French Toast”

  1. When it comes to French toast, I’ve always eaten either the traditional version at home or fancy, brioche ones topped with fruits and sweet sauces at brunch. I love that eating it is like dessert at breakfast, but I know there is zero health benefit to that meal (except maybe the fruit). So, I really like the idea of a savory French toast. It is a bit more protein-packed to help start the day, yet it still sounds sooooo yummy. Plus, French toast always tastes best with a thicker bread, so I love that you’ve used ciabatta. I’d love to try this Italian-inspired savory French toast someday!

    1. I absolutely agree! I LOVE sweet French toast and pancakes for breakfast but because they are so sugary I always seem to crash not long after breakfast. This savory version kept me going until lunch. Thanks very much, I hope you do try it!! Let me know what you think :-).

  2. 5 stars
    Oh my goodness, I love this idea! I have a major sweet tooth so I’ll likely try it with sweet fillings, as well. Thanks for sharing!

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