Apple French Toast Casserole Recipe
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Apple French Toast Casserole Recipe
Description
The Apple French Toast Casserole Recipe uses apple cinnamon bread sliced thick and soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt to create a custard base. The bread absorbs the mixture to produce moist, flavorful layers. A topping of sliced baking apples, such as Honey Crisp or Granny Smith, tossed with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and butter adds sweetness and spice, complementing the bread's warmth.
Once assembled in a casserole dish, the dessert is baked until the custard sets and the apples become tender. The contrasting textures of soft bread and nicely cooked apple slices provide a comforting yet fresh mouthfeel. The cinnamon and nutmeg give an autumnal spice accent without overwhelming the fruit's natural flavors.
This casserole fits well for a breakfast or brunch centerpiece and works well with a side of syrup or yogurt. It can be prepared the night before and baked the next morning, making it practical for gatherings. The recipe suggests that gently sautéing the apple topping before baking can intensify the sweetness and soften the fruit for a more dessert-like finish. Any crusty bread will work but apple cinnamon bread enhances the taste.
Ingredients
French Toast Casserole
- 6 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 pound bread apple cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
Topping
- 3 large apple baking apples like Honey Crisp or Granny Smith
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F if you are baking the casserole immediately.
- Spray a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Add the eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Slice the loaf of bread into slices 3/4 inch thick.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, then arrange it in the casserole dish. Overlap the slices of bread, and be sure to cover the entire bottom of the dish. Pour any remaining egg mixture over the bread.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch slices. Put them in a bowl and add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine. *see notes for alternative
- Spread the fruit on top of the bread mixture in the casserole dish. Cut the butter into small pieces and scatter it over the top.
- Make-Ahead Instructions: Cover the casserole tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight. Finish the recipe by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F and start with step xx in the morning.
- To bake, cover the casserole with foil and bake, covered for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 25 minutes.
- Serve dusted with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honey Crisp or Granny Smith to keep shape during baking.
- To soften and caramelize the apple topping, sauté it in butter with spices before adding to the casserole.
- Choose crusty bread varieties such as sourdough or French bread sliced thick for best texture.
- This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked fresh the next day.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 431 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 431kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 182mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 436mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 348mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 525IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 18% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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