Apple Pie French Toast Bake
This Apple Pie French Toast Bake combines two of my favorite dishes—French toast and apple pie. It’s a decadent twist on a classic dish that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie and the convenience of a make-ahead bake. It’s the perfect recipe for lazy weekends, holiday mornings, or when you want to wow them for brunch. The ideal blend of cinnamon-spiced apples and golden, custardy bread in every delicious bite!
Why You’ll Love It:
- Comfort in Every Bite—The combination of sweet, spiced apples and custardy French toast is like a hug for your taste buds.
- Make-Ahead Magic—Prepare everything the night before for a stress-free morning.
- Versatility—Customize your Apple Pie French Toast Bake with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Apple Pie French Toast Bake
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of brioche or challah cut into 1-inch thick slices
- 4 eggs beaten
- 1 2/3 cups milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups granny smith apples peeled and cut into cubes (set aside 1 cup for topping)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the apples, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger together. Set aside.
- Add the slices loaf of bread to a lightly greased baking dish. Add spoonfuls of the apples between each slice of bread and more apples on top.
- In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla.
- Slowly pour the mixture over the bread making sure to cover all of the bread.
- Allow the bread to soak for at least 30 minutes or cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight.
- Add the extra apples to a pan with a tablespoon of butter and honey or brown sugar to taste. Cook just until tender. Cool and store in fridge in an airtight container.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight. Warm before serving.
- To bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Uncover the french toast and bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean and you can see that the bread at the bottom the dish has browned (if baked in a clear glass dish).
- Top with warm apples and other toppings of your choice.
Whether you’re treating yourself to a solo brunch or impressing family and friends with your culinary skills, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!
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