Cinnamon Apple Raisin French Toast Bake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Cinnamon Apple Raisin French Toast Bake – A Sweet and Scrumptious Breakfast Casserole Recipe
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour and 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 loaf Italian bread , torn into bite sized pieces
8 large eggs
1 cup milk ( or Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk )
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup raisins ( optional )
1 medium apple , finely chopped ( I used Granny Smith )
1/4 cup butter , melted
1 dash salt
1/4 cup butter , melted
1/3 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
batter
1 dash salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
505
Sugar
24g
Fat
24g
This Cinnamon Apple Raisin French Toast Bake is sweet, scrumptious and the perfect breakfast casserole for a crowd. French toast is a classic breakfast dish and this version takes it to the next level. The recipe is perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. With sweet cinnamon, tart apples, and juicy raisins mixed in with custardy bread, this breakfast casserole is sure to please both young and old alike. Serve with fresh fruit, whipped cream or maple syrup on top to add an extra layer of sweetness.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Lightly spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3.In a large mixing bowl, beat together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar and salt.
4.Add bread to egg mixture and stir until bread is evenly coated and has soaked up the liquid.
5.Fold in raisins and chopped apples.
6.Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
7.Drizzle melted butter on the top.
8.In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and chopped pecans. Mix together until crumbly and sprinkle over the top of the bread mixture.
9.Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

This recipe is perfect for a crowd and can be made ahead of time making it an excellent choice for brunches, holidays or family gatherings.
It is an easy, one-dish recipe that requires minimal prep work.
This French Toast Bake is sweet, flavorful and filling, leaving you and your guests satisfied and ready for the day.

CONS

With added brown sugar, raisins and butter the recipe can be quite high in calories, sugar and fat.
This dish should be enjoyed as a treat and balanced with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though this dish doesn’t bring a lot of nutritional benefit, cinnamon which is a key ingredient in French Toast Bake is linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Also, apples are high in fiber and can help keep you feeling full longer.

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