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Apple Cinnamon French Toast Bake

This baked French toast combines slices of bread soaked in a cinnamon-apple custard mixture, then baked until golden and fluffy. The dish features a rich, pudding-like texture with caramelized apple pieces and a fragrant cinnamon aroma, resulting in a cozy, visually appealing breakfast casserole.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Day-old bread 1 loaf, cut into 1-inch slices: The base for the custard soak and creates a fluffy texture.
  • Apples 3 large, peeled, cored, and sliced thin: Adds sweetness and fall flavor.
  • Eggs 4 large, beaten: Bind the custard together and help the bread soak up the flavor.
  • Milk 2 cups, whole or 2%: The liquid base for the custard.
  • Brown sugar 1/4 cup, packed: Adds a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
  • Ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons: A warming spice that complements the apples.
  • Vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon: Enhances the sweetness and aroma.
  • Butter for greasing: Helps prevent the dish from sticking and adds richness.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  3. Arrange slices of bread in the baking dish, slightly overlapping.
  4. Layer the sliced apples over the bread.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and apples.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to soak in the custard.
  8. The next morning, remove the dish from the fridge and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
  10. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  11. Serve warm, topped with powdered sugar or maple syrup if desired.