Description

This Apple Cinnamon French Toast is a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite, featuring thick slices of brioche bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard and topped with a warm, caramelized apple mixture. Perfect for a cozy morning treat, it combines the sweetness of brown sugar and the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg to create a comforting and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

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French Toast

8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more for frying)

Cinnamon Apple Topping

2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Additional ground cinnamon for sprinkling

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Instructions

Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, a dash of cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until the apples become soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of brioche or challah bread into the custard mixture, soaking each side for a few seconds to ensure the bread is fully saturated but still holds its shape.
Cook the French Toast: Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add a small amount of butter and allow it to melt. Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Assemble and Serve: Serve the freshly cooked French toast hot, topped generously with the warm cinnamon-apple mixture. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra ground cinnamon on top for enhanced flavor.

Notes

Use thick slices of brioche or challah bread for best results as they absorb the custard well without falling apart.
Adjust the sweetness of the apple mixture by adding more or less brown sugar according to your taste.
Cook the French toast on medium-low heat to ensure it cooks evenly without burning.
You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative if desired, but it may slightly alter the texture.
This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on serving needs.