Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole
A cozy breakfast casserole combining caramel and apples for a delightful treat, perfect for weekend brunches or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 cups Oats or Flour
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 cups Dairy (Milk or Cream)
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Nutmeg
- ⅔ cup Brown Sugar or Maple Syrup
- 1 cup Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and slicing them into thin wedges. Toss in a bowl with a tablespoon of brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Mix together the eggs, milk, and remaining brown sugar until smooth. Add spices and mix again.
- Stir in oats (or flour) until well combined. Blend flour in little by little if using.
- Layer apple slices evenly in the greased baking dish, then pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and let it sit for 15-30 minutes to soak.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes until golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning for convenience. Use brioche or challah for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: caramel, apple, French toast, casserole, breakfast, cozy, dessert