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Apple Cinnamon French Toast Bake

Apple Cinnamon French Toast Bake

This dish is a baked casserole that combines slices of bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard with tender apple pieces. It features a moist, creamy interior with a crisp, golden crust on top, resembling a decadent bread pudding infused with warm fall flavors.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: 350kcal
Author: James Taylor
Servings: 6

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf day-old bread (such as brioche or crusty French bread) cut into 1-inch slices
  • 2 large apples peeled, cored, and sliced thin
  • 4 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups milk whole or 2% preferred
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  • Slice the bread into 1-inch thick pieces and spread them evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, creating a sturdy layer.
    Slice the bread into 1-inch thick pieces and spread them evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, creating a sturdy layer
  • Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples, then scatter them over the bread layers, distributing them evenly for consistent bites.
    Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples, then scatter them over the bread layers, distributing them evenly for consistent bites.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and fragrant.
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and fragrant.
  • Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread and apple layers, ensuring each piece is soaked evenly. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
    Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread and apple layers, ensuring each piece is soaked evenly
  • Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the layered dish for a golden, crisp finish during baking.
    Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the layered dish for a golden, crisp finish during baking
  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
  • Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. The casserole should be set with a slightly crispy top and a moist, custardy interior filled with tender apples.
  • Slice into portions and serve warm, optionally with a drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
    Slice into portions and serve warm

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg