Overnight Apple French Toast

Submitted by Charlotte J

"Be sure to use an apple that will hold its shape after baking."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 9

ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1⁄2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 2 large tart apples, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 9 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1 (10 ounce) jar apple jelly
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cloves

directions

1. In a small saucepan, cook brown sugar, butter and corn syrup until thick, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Pour into an ungreased 13x9x2-inch baking pan; arrange apples on top.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, milk and vanilla.
4. Dip bread slices into the egg mixture for 1 minute; place over apples.
5. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
6. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
7. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 35-40 minutes.
8. For syrup combine last 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan; cook and stir until hot.
9. Serve over French toast.

Reviews

[fluffystew]

This has been a staple for brunches at family events for many years. I think the sauce is what makes it special!

 

[october sky]

This is such a wonderful, warm, and delicious recipe. Its probably one of the best overnight recipes that I have tried so far. Breakfast is my favorite meal, and I've found another great way to serve it. It really is sweet enough without the syrup, but I did serve it with maple, instead of the one listed. Lots of compliments, and I will definitely make this again. Thank you for sharing this great recipe.

 

[hayleyosm]

I made this for my extended family. What a hit! Next time I will experiment with making more caramel mixture and eliminating the syrup. This is one terrific recipe!

 

[Amy1209]

oops I forgot to rate the recipe. Awesome!!

 

[Chef Doozer]

I have a very similar recipe that we use every Christmas. I love it because you can make it ahead of time and have a yummy breakfast in the morning. I make mine without the syrup but I will definitley try that next time.