Description
Caramel Apple French Toast Bake is the ultimate indulgent breakfast or brunch dish that combines the delicious flavors of caramel apples with soft, custardy French toast. Perfect for fall mornings or special occasions, this dish features layers of brioche or challah bread soaked in a rich custard, with warm caramelized apples and a buttery streusel topping, all baked to perfection. The result? A cozy, gooey, and sweet treat that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
🍞 For the Base:
1 loaf brioche or challah bread, cubed (about 10 cups)
4 large eggs
1½ cups milk (or half-and-half for creaminess)
½ cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)
½ cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
Pinch of salt
🍎 For the Apple Layer:
2 large apples, peeled and sliced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work great)
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar
½ tsp cinnamon
🍯 For the Streusel (optional but amazing):
¼ cup flour
¼ cup brown sugar
½ tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp cold butter, cubed
🍮 For Serving:
Caramel sauce, warmed
Powdered sugar (optional)
Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Apple Mixture
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add apple slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Make the Custard
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
3. Assemble the Bake
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Spread half the bread cubes on the bottom.
Top with half the apples.
Add remaining bread and apples.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the top, pressing gently to soak.
(Optional: cover and refrigerate overnight for extra flavor and easy morning baking.)
4. Add the Streusel (Optional but Delicious)
In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut in butter with a fork until crumbly.
Sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole.
5. Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake 45–55 minutes, uncovered, until golden brown and the center is set (a bit custardy is fine).
If it browns too fast, cover loosely with foil in the last 10 minutes.
6. Finish & Serve
Drizzle generously with warm caramel sauce before serving.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar and nuts if desired.
Serve warm — it’s heavenly with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side. 🍦
Notes
Sweet, gooey, and perfect for fall mornings, this Caramel Apple French Toast Bake is a cozy breakfast or brunch treat. Loaded with tender bread, warm cinnamon-spiced apples, and a drizzle of caramel, it’s a crowd-pleaser for family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
Keywords: Caramel Apple Bake, French Toast Casserole, Fall Breakfast Bake, Caramel French Toast