French Toast Apple Bake

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this French Toast Apple Bake—a decadently layered breakfast casserole that combines tender French bread, spiced apples, and a rich cinnamon-vanilla custard. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a make-ahead holiday breakfast, this recipe features tart-sweet apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, a touch of nutmeg, and a buttery golden finish. The bread soaks up the creamy egg mixture for a soft, pudding-like texture, while the oven-toasted top adds a satisfying crunch. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet start to your day. Ready in just over an hour and bursting with autumnal aromas, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread (day-old or slightly stale)
• 3 large Apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 4 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
• 0 Maple syrup (for serving)
• 0 Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Slice the French bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 3

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples, then toss them with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.

Step 5

Spread half of the bread cubes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Layer half of the sliced apples over the bread cubes, then top with the remaining bread cubes and apple slices.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and apples, ensuring everything is well coated. Gently press down with a spatula or your hands to help the bread absorb the custard.

Step 8

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.

Step 9

Dot the top of the casserole with small pieces of butter.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Let the French Toast Apple Bake cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2245.2 grams (2245.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3906

Total Fat 138.10g	177%
Saturated Fat 73.10g	366%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1419mg	473%
Sodium 2929mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 557.30g	203%
Dietary Fiber 26.30g	94%
Total Sugars 296.80g
Protein 96.40g	193%

Vitamin D 489IU	2444%
Calcium 1001mg	77%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2473mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 57.8%