Cinnamon and Apple Stuffed French Toast Casserole
Start your morning on a cozy, indulgent note with this Cinnamon and Apple Stuffed French Toast Casserole—a make-ahead breakfast delight that's perfect for family gatherings or lazy weekends. Layers of day-old French bread cradle a luscious filling of caramelized apples infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, all baked to golden perfection in a rich, custard-like egg mixture sweetened with maple syrup and vanilla. The result is a soft, aromatic casserole with hints of caramel and spice, topped off with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Ready in under an hour, this baked French toast casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing treat that pairs beautifully with a drizzle of maple syrup or a steaming cup of coffee. Perfect for brunch menus and holiday breakfasts, it’s as easy to prepare as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread (day-old preferred)
- 3 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Cut the French bread into 1-inch slices and set aside.
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, maple syrup, and the remaining teaspoon of ground cinnamon until smooth.
Arrange half of the French bread slices in a single layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Evenly spread the caramelized apples over the bread layer.
Place the remaining French bread slices on top, creating a sandwich-like layer with the apples in between.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire casserole, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Press the bread slices gently to help them absorb the mixture.
Let the casserole sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the bread to fully soak up the custard mixture.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with an optional drizzle of maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1280 mg | 427% | |
| Sodium | 689 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.3 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.7 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 926 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1899 mg | 40% | |
*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.
