Marvelous Recipes

A delicious French toast recipe that’s great for breakfast, brunch or even as  dessert! And just in time for apple harvest!

1/2 (of a 16 oz.) loaf French bread
4 large eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons + 1/4 cup sugar, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large apples, peeled and sliced
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. With a serrated knife, slice the French bread into 1-1/2-inch slices. Place in a single layer in a lightly greased 11×7-inch baking dish.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well blended. Add the milk, 2 tablespoons sugar and vanilla extract; whisk until well blended. Pour 1/2 of the milk mixture over the bread slices.

3. Arrange apple slices evenly over the bread; pour remaining egg mixture over the apples. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and the cinnamon; sprinkle over the top. Dot with the butter or margarine.

4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the apples are tender. Allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with maple syrup. Makes 6 servings.

Emily

An easy way to enjoy delicious French toast for breakfast or anytime!

Nonstick cooking spray
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
8 slices French bread, cut 1/2 inch thick
Maple syrup

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and sugar. Soak each bread slice in egg mixture about 15 seconds on each side. Place soaked bread slices on prepared baking sheet.

3. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until bread slices are lightly browned. Turn slices over; bake an additional 6 to 8 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with maple syrup. Makes 4 servings.

Emily

A delightfully different way to serve French toast!

7 cups cubed French bread
1/2 cup raisins
1 (3 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup warm (not hot) heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup maple syrup
6 large eggs
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additional maple syrup

1. Arrange cubed bread in a greased 11×7-inch (2 quart) baking dish; press down gently. Sprinkle with raisins.

2. In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in the whipping cream and syrup; blend well.

3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla and cinnamon: add to the creamed mixture; blend well. Pour evenly over the bread. Using a spatula, lightly press bread into egg mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

4. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, covered, at 375 degrees F for 25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Serve with warm maple syrup. Makes 6 servings.

Emily