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Upside Down Apple French Toast Recipe

Wake up to the irresistible aroma of warm, cinnamon-spiced apples and perfectly baked French toast! This Upside Down Apple French Toast Casserole is incredibly easy to prepare the night before – simply assemble, refrigerate, and bake in the morning for a delicious and impressive breakfast or brunch. Save time and impress your guests with this make-ahead masterpiece!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 1498.5 kcal
Protein 87g
Rating 4.4 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Upside Down Apple French Toast

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How to Make Upside Down Apple French Toast

  1. **Prepare the Caramel Sauce (Night Before):** In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved and bubbling.
  2. **Assemble in Pan:** Pour the caramel sauce into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Let it cool for 20-30 minutes.
  3. **Layer Apples:** Peel, core, and slice 4-5 medium apples (about 6 cups sliced). Arrange apple slices in overlapping rows over the caramel sauce.
  4. **Add Flavor:** Sprinkle the apples evenly with 1/4 cup raisins and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. **Prepare Bread:** Cut 1 loaf (about 1 pound) of your favorite bread into 1-1 1/2 inch thick slices.
  6. **Layer Bread:** Arrange the bread slices on top of the apples, slightly overlapping if necessary.
  7. **Custard Mixture:** In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  8. **Pour & Refrigerate:** Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
  9. **Bake:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and the custard is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
  10. **Rest & Serve:** Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a serving platter. Serve warm, spooning the caramel sauce over the French toast.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

70 g

Sugar

394g

Fat

101g

Carbs

83g

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