Apple Pecan French Toast Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Apple Pecan French Toast recipe, a delightful twist on a breakfast classic. Thick slices of brioche or challah are dipped in a rich, cinnamon-spiced custard and pan-fried to golden perfection. Topped with tender, caramelized apples and crunchy toasted pecans, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and nutty. Whether enjoyed as a weekend brunch centerpiece or a holiday breakfast treat, this recipe is sure to impress. Serve with a drizzle of warm maple syrup for an irresistible, restaurant-quality finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and plenty of cozy, homemade charm, this is the ultimate way to start your morning on a delicious note.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Bread (thick-cut, such as brioche or challah)
- 4 Eggs
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cups Pecans (roughly chopped)
- optional Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar until fully combined. Set the custard mixture aside.
Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, toast the chopped pecans over low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Grease lightly with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, coating both sides evenly but not soaking too long to avoid sogginess.
Transfer the coated bread slices to the hot griddle or skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
To serve, plate the French toast and top each serving with the caramelized apples and toasted pecans. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.1 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.2 g | 361% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 1644 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.0 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 741 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
