Description
A delicious and comforting breakfast recipe featuring soft French toast topped with warm, caramelized apples cooked in brown sugar and cinnamon, finished with a drizzle of maple syrup. Perfect for cozy mornings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramelized Apples
- 2 apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
To Serve
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Dip the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated but not overly saturated.
- Cook the apples: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples become tender and the sugar forms a caramel sauce, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove apples: Once caramelized, remove the apples from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- Cook the French toast: Using the same skillet, place the egg-coated bread slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Plate the French toast and top generously with the warm caramelized apples. Drizzle maple syrup on top to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best results as it absorbs the egg mixture better without becoming soggy.
- Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples work best for caramelizing as they hold their shape and offer a pleasant tartness.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture or while cooking the apples.
- Serve with whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar if desired.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or caramel sauce for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 slice with topping)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
Keywords: French toast, caramelized apples, breakfast recipe, easy French toast, cinnamon apple topping, maple syrup
