Description
Apple Cinnamon French Toast combines golden, fluffy slices of French toast with a warm, caramelized apple-cinnamon topping. This comforting breakfast classic is simple to prepare and filled with cozy, fall-inspired flavors—perfect for family brunches or special mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, sliced
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6–8 slices white bread
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Add apple slices, brown sugar, and butter to medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until brown sugar dissolves and butter melts. Add ¼ teaspoon vanilla and ½ teaspoon cinnamon, reduce heat to simmer. Cook 6-8 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
- In large, wide bowl, whisk together eggs, remaining vanilla, milk, and remaining cinnamon. Stir in flour and whisk until completely smooth with no lumps remaining.
- Completely submerge one bread slice in batter, coating both sides. Lift out and allow excess to drip off. Cook in large pan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned, flip and cook other side 1-2 minutes. Repeat with remaining slices.
- Generously top each French toast slice with warm apple-cinnamon mixture. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better absorption and structure that won’t fall apart
- Keep cooked French toast warm in 200°F oven while preparing remaining slices
- Choose firm apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture
- Don’t oversoak bread as it may become mushy and difficult to handle
- Cook over medium heat to ensure even browning without burning
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: cinnamon apple toast, fall french toast, easy brunch recipe, caramelized apple breakfast, spiced french toast, cozy breakfast dish