APPLE-CARAMEL FRENCH TOAST
Need a make-ahead breakfast for the family or for overnight guests? Assemble this caramelized-apple-and-challah casserole the day before, and simply ferry it from fridge to oven in the morning. Pro tip: while the casserole is resting, crank up the oven temperature and make this mess-free bacon to go on the side.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Bread Recipes
Time 3h45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Spread bread slices on a baking sheet; let stand at least a few hours and up to overnight. Melt butter in a large ovenproof, nonreactive skillet (like an 11-to-12-inch enameled cast iron) over medium heat. Add 1 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves, then bring to a boil; cook 1 minute.
- Add apples and cook, turning occasionally, until they begin to soften and brown a bit and liquid thickens, about 12 minutes. Let cool 30 minutes.
- In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar, vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Dip bread in mixture, turning to coat. Arrange atop apples, shingling in concentric circles. Pour remaining mixture on top. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 24.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle French toast with cinnamon and bake, uncovered, until set and golden on top, 35 to 45 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar; serve with yogurt, pecans, and fruit.
APPLE-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST BAKE
This is baked stuffed french toast casserole a great breakfast dish to make ahead for holidays or Sunday brunch. I run a bed and breakfast and tea room cafe, and this recipe is often requested by customers. -Kay Clark, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with half of the pecans, a single layer of bread and remaining pecans. Arrange apples and remaining bread over the top. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, salt and nutmeg. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned., In a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Serve with French toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 854 calories, Fat 46g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 282mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 102g carbohydrate (72g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
FRENCH TOAST WITH APPLE TOPPING
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the apple, brown sugar and cinnamon in 1 tablespoon butter until apple is tender. , In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg, milk and vanilla. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture., In a large skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Cook bread on both sides until golden brown. Serve with apple mixture and maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOFFEE APPLE FRENCH TOAST
You make this recipe the night before and then cook it the following morning. From TOH Casseroles, Slow Cooker and Soup Cookbook.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Breakfast
Time 12h25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place half of the bread cubes in a greased 13-inch X9 in X 2inch baking dish; top with apples.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugars, 1/4 cup milk and 1 teaspoons vanilla until smooth; stir in toffee bits. Spread over apples. Top with remaining bread cubes.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and remaining milk and vanilla until blended; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350F for 35-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
BAKED CARAMEL-APPLE FRENCH TOAST
Baked French toast with apples and caramel sauce. The consistency of the finished recipe will be similar to bread pudding! A glass baking pan will help prevent the toast from sticking.
Provided by Joan Rembacz
Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes
Time 15h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut bread into 1 1/2 inch thick slices and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, beat eggs with 1 1/2 cup skim milk, 1/3 cup white sugar, and 1 tablespoon vanilla. Pour egg mixture over bread slices.
- Arrange apple slices on top of bread. Sprinkle cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons white sugar over apples. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake toast in preheated oven until golden brown, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup white sugar, flour, and margarine. Stir in brown sugar, 1/2 cup skim milk, and 2 teaspoons vanilla in a small saucepan. Cook until thick. Serve French toast hot with warm sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 93.8 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 385.1 mg, Sugar 32.5 g
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The French Bread
The first part of the apple toffee French bread with apple syrup recipe is the French bread. The bread is usually sliced into thick pieces and toasted to give it a slightly crunchy texture. The key to making the perfect French bread for this recipe is to make sure that it is not too soft or too hard. The bread should be just the right texture, so that it can hold up the filling without falling apart.Ingredients for French Bread
- 1 large French bread loaf
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
The Apple Toffee Filling
The second part of the apple toffee French bread with apple syrup recipe is the apple toffee filling. This filling is made by combining diced apples with brown sugar, butter, and toffee bits. The mixture is then cooked until the apples are soft and the toffee bits have melted into the mixture. This filling is what gives the dessert its distinct taste and texture. The apple toffee filling is then spread onto the toasted French bread slices to complete the recipe.Ingredients for Apple Toffee Filling
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup toffee bits
The Apple Syrup
The final component of the apple toffee French bread with apple syrup recipe is the apple syrup. This syrup is made by simmering apple juice, sugar, and lemon juice until it thickens and becomes syrupy. The apple syrup is then drizzled over the French bread slices and apple toffee filling to give the dessert an extra burst of flavor. The apple syrup also helps to bring all the elements of the dessert together, creating a harmonious taste.Ingredients for Apple Syrup
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice