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Overnight Apple Cinnamon French Toast

This Overnight Apple Cinnamon French Toast is a delightful make-ahead breakfast that combines the flavors of sweet apples and warm cinnamon. It's perfect for feeding a crowd on lazy weekend mornings or special occasions, and all the hard work is done the night before!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 plastic wrap or aluminum foil
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf challah or brioche bread About 14-16 oz.
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter For greasing baking dish.

Instructions
 

  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
  • Cut the loaf of bread into 1-inch thick slices and arrange half of the slices in the bottom of the baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
  • Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread slices in the baking dish.
  • In another bowl, mix the diced apples with brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon, then layer them over the egg-soaked bread.
  • Arrange the remaining bread slices on top and pour the remaining egg mixture over everything, ensuring all bread is well soaked.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Remove the cover from the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, serve with maple syrup and powdered sugar on top.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the apple mixture.
You can also use alternative milk such as almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the microwave.