Swiss Apple and Bread Dessert
Treat your taste buds to a cozy bite of comfort with this Swiss Apple and Bread Dessert—an irresistible blend of tart apples, day-old bread, and warm cinnamon spice. Perfect for fall or any time you crave an easy yet elegant dessert, this recipe layers caramelized apples with buttery bread pieces, all soaked in a rich milk and vanilla custard. Baked to golden perfection, the result is a pudding-like dish with a tender, slightly crisp top. For added indulgence, dust it with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ready in just about an hour, this rustic bake is an excellent way to use up leftover bread while creating a dessert that feels both homey and special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith)
- 6 slices Day-old bread (such as sourdough or baguette)
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Immediately toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the apple slices, 1/4 cup of sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and begin to caramelize. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cut the bread slices into quarters to form smaller pieces. Lay half of the bread pieces in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Pour half of the caramelized apple mixture over the bread, spreading it evenly. If using raisins, scatter half of them over the apples now.
Repeat with the remaining bread pieces, apples, and optional raisins, forming another layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Pour this milk mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish, ensuring all bread pieces are soaked.
Dot the top of the dessert with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, cut into small pieces.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the liquid has set.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Serve warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 72.0 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1651 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.5 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.0 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 298.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 910 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2780 mg | 59% | |
*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.
