Ingredients
3 large croissants or 9 oz. brioche bread cut into small pieces
1/4 c. cornstarch
1 c. whole milk
2 large eggs
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
3 tbsp. butter, melted
2 oz. cream cheese, cold
2 tbsp. light brown sugar
Maple syrup, for serving
3/4 c. powdered sugar
4 tbsp. whole milk
Preparation
Step 1Preheat Krups Waffle Maker. Place bread cubes in mixing bowl with cornstarch and set aside. In another bowl whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over bread mixture, then add in butter and mix well.Step 2In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and brown sugar. Drop small chunks of the cream cheese into bread mixture and distribute evenly without breaking the chunks apart.Step 3Scoop full half-cups of mixture onto hot waffle iron. Spread mixture out with a heatproof spatula and close the waffle iron, pressing down firmly.Step 4Make icing: Use a fork to whisk together powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle icing over the waffles.
Step 5Once the waffle rises, check for deep brown color and remove to a plate. Serve with butter, drizzled icing and syrup.
