If you’re looking for something light and healthy to eat for breakfast, we suggest you look elsewhere because this caramel apple pie French toast is rich, decadent, and most importantly… delicious!
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
1 hr 5 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
1 loaf brioche bread
4 large egg yolks
½ cup heavy cream (120 mL)
1 cup whole milk (240 mL)
¼ cup sugar (50 g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more as needed
20 oz apple pie filling (55 g)
whipped cream, for serving
caramel sauce, for serving
Nutrition Info
Calories 322
Fat 17g
Carbs 36g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 28g
Protein 8g
How to Make It
1. Step
Slice the brioche loaf crosswise into 12 slices, approximately 1½ inches thick. You can make the French toast right away, but for best results, let the bread sit uncovered at room temperature for a few hours to dry out a bit; this will help it keep its integrity after being dipped in the batter.
2. Step
In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 7 minutes.
3. Step
Beat the egg yolks in a medium shallow container large enough to dip the bread into. While whisking constantly, stream in 3 tablespoons of the cream mixture to temper the eggs. Slowly add the rest of the cream mixture, still whisking constantly.
4. Step
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Step
Dip a slice of brioche in the batter, flipping to coat on both sides, then remove immediately to prevent the brioche from soaking up too much of the liquid. Add to the skillet and cook until both sides are golden brown, 2–3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining brioche, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding and adding more butter as needed.
6. Step
Set a piece of French toast on a plate. Dollop some apple pie filling on the center, then place another piece of French toast on top. Top with more apple pie filling, whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a dusting of cinnamon. Repeat to make the remaining servings.
