Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
A warm and hearty breakfast casserole featuring juicy apples and cinnamon, perfect for cozy family gatherings or brunches.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed bread (use a hearty loaf) Day-old or slightly stale bread works best.
- 4 cups milk (whole milk or almond milk works well) Use your preferred type of milk.
- 6 large eggs Use room temperature for best results.
- 1 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) For a nice balance of tart and sweet.
- ½ cup sugar Adjust if using sweeter apples.
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon Adjust based on taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup maple syrup Pure maple syrup is suggested for the best flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Add the cubed bread and diced apples to the liquid mixture and gently fold together.
- Prepare a greased baking dish and pour the mixture in.
- Drizzle the maple syrup over the top.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the casserole in, baking for 45-50 minutes.
- Once done, let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Consider adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top just before serving. For added flavor, sauté diced apples in butter beforehand.