Makes 6 servings
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, divided
1/2 cup toasted pecan pieces
12 slices Wonder® bread
4 eggs
3/4 cup fat-free half and half, whipping cream or milk
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter
1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves
1/3 cup orange juice
Combine cream cheese and pineapple. Stir in confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla and pecans. Spread 6 slices of bread with cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining 6 slices of bread.
Whisk eggs, half and half, remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and cinnamon together. Carefully dip each sandwich into egg mixture.
Melt butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides.
Combine apricot preserves and orange juice in a small saucepan. Heat, stirring constantly, until warm. Ladle over stuffed French toast.
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