Apple Raisin French Toast Casserole

This Apple Raisin French Toast Casserole is a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. It features soft and buttery French bread soaked in a creamy custard, studded with sweet apples and plump raisins. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is warm, comforting, and bursting with flavors. Serve it with a drizzle of maple syrup for a delightful morning treat.

Ingredients

• 10 cups cubed French bread
• 6 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups peeled and chopped apples
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
• Maple syrup, for serving

Directions

1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread the cubed French bread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread in the baking dish. Gently press down with a spoon to ensure all the bread is soaked.
5. Sprinkle the chopped apples and raisins over the bread.
6. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
9. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the top.
10. Dot the surface with the cold butter cubes.
11. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
13. Serve warm with maple syrup.

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