Caramel Apple Stuffed French Toast Casserole
A heartwarming dish combining tender caramel-infused apples and custard-soaked bread, perfect for brunch gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours
- Yield: 8-12 servings 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 loaf (14 to 16 oz) brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed (optional)
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread half of the cubed bread into the dish, then layer the cooked apples over the bread. Top with remaining bread cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Pour over the bread and apples and drizzle with caramel sauce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Let sit for 20 minutes, then bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes until set and golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving with caramel drizzle.
Notes
Make-ahead option: Assemble the night before for quicker baking in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
