Description
Apple cinnamon French toast casserole is a warm, comforting dish that combines layers of thick-cut bread with sweet, caramelized apples and fragrant cinnamon. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole can be prepared ahead of time, ensuring everyone at the breakfast table will be asking for seconds. The golden crust and gooey interior create an irresistible treat that will delight your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (challah or brioche)
- 3 cups peeled, diced Granny Smith apples
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Toss the diced apples with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, remaining sugar, vanilla extract, and remaining cinnamon until well combined.
- Layer half of the bread in the baking dish, followed by half of the apple mixture. Repeat with the remaining bread and apples.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients and let soak for at least 30 minutes or overnight covered in foil.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg