Caramel Apple French Toast (Printer-Friendly)
Thick brioche slices soaked in spiced custard, topped with caramelized Honeycrisp apples and warm cinnamon notes.
# List of Ingredients:
→ French Toast
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8 thick-cut slices brioche loaf
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4 large eggs
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1 1/3 cups whole milk
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1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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Pinch of salt
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Caramel Apple Topping
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3 medium Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored, sliced
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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3 tablespoons heavy cream
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3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
# Preparation Steps:
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Whisk eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and salt together until smooth and homogenous to form the custard base.
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Arrange brioche slices in a shallow dish and pour custard over them, soaking about 2 minutes per side without oversaturating to prevent falling apart.
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Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook soaked brioche slices 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden and slightly puffed. Keep warm on a wire rack or in a low oven.
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In a clean skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté sliced apples 4–5 minutes until softened. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; cook 3–4 more minutes until tender and caramelized.
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Stir in heavy cream and cook for 30 seconds until sauce thickens and becomes luscious.
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Plate warm French toast slices and spoon caramel apple topping generously over each. Serve immediately to maintain crispness.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Use day-old brioche for soaking to achieve a crisp exterior and creamy interior.
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Maintain medium heat to avoid burning and ensure even caramelization.
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Keep cooked slices warm on a wire rack in a low-temperature oven to preserve texture.
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Deglaze the pan with a splash of water or apple cider after cooking apples for an enriched sauce.