Apple Cranberry French Toast Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cranberry French Toast

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• Ground Cinnamon
• Tart Apples
• Dried Cranberries
• Italian Bread
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• Vanilla Extract

How to Make Apple Cranberry French Toast

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a 13x9 inch baking dish, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
3. Add 4 cups peeled and thinly sliced apples and 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries. Toss gently to coat.
4. Spread the apple and cranberry mixture evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
5. Arrange 1 loaf (about 1 pound) of challah bread, cut into 1-inch thick slices, on top of the fruit mixture.
6. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until well combined.
7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all slices are soaked.
8. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 24 hours).
9. Bake, covered with aluminum foil, for 40 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and the custard is set.
11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!