Ingredients
Scale
- 8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for apples
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for frying
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, a dash of cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side, ensuring that it’s fully saturated but not falling apart.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and add a little butter. Once the butter has melted, place the soaked bread slices in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until each side is golden brown and the toast is cooked through.
- Assemble and Serve: Serve the French toast hot, topped with the warm cinnamon-apple mixture. If desired, sprinkle a little more cinnamon on top for extra flavor.