Best 4 Cranberry Apple French Toast Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and festive way to start your day? Cranberry apple french toast is a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic breakfast dish is made with thick slices of bread dipped in a custard mixture and then cooked until golden brown. The addition of cranberries and apples adds a burst of flavor and texture that makes this dish truly special. Whether you're hosting a brunch party or simply looking for a special treat, cranberry apple french toast is sure to be a hit.

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CRANBERRY-APPLE FRENCH TOAST



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My husband's breakfast club at work raves about this make-ahead French toast. Pop it in the oven in the morning to get your day off to a sweet, bubbly start. -Mara Faulkner, Martinsburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 loaf (1 pound) challah or egg bread, cut into 1-inch slices

Steps:

  • Mix first four ingredients and 2 teaspoons cinnamon; toss with apples and cranberries. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla and remaining cinnamon. Dip bread in egg mixture to moisten; place over fruit, overlapping or trimming slices to fit. Pour remaining egg mixture over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Remove baking dish from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and lightly browned, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

EGGNOG FRENCH TOAST WITH CRANBERRY-APPLE COMPOTE



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Categories     Berry     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Christmas     Cranberry     Apple     Winter     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups purchased eggnog
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 14.5-ounce country white bread loaf, halved horizontally, each half cut crosswise into 8 slices (do not use ends)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Powdered sugar
Cranberry-Apple Compote

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Place bread slices in single layer in two 13x9x2-inch glass baking dishes. Pour custard over bread, dividing equally. Cover dishes and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Butter 2 large rimmed baking sheets with some melted butter. Using spatula, transfer bread slices to prepared baking sheets. Brush bread with remaining melted butter. Bake 10 minutes. Turn over bread slices and bake until golden brown and crisp on the outside but soft on the inside, about 6 minutes longer. Place 2 French toast slices on each of 8 plates. Dust generously with powdered sugar; serve with Cranberry-Apple Compote

CRANBERRY APPLE HOLIDAY FRENCH TOAST



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This recipe was given to me by a co-worker several years ago, but I just found and tried it for the first time, and was amazed with the flavor! It's a great Christmas morning dish, or an easy day-after-Thanksgiving breakfast for guests. The Splenda and egg substitute make for a bit health-friendlier breakfast, too.

Provided by NavyWifenMom

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Splenda brown sugar blend (may sub. brown sugar if you don't like sugar substitute)
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
3 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
3 -4 apples, cored and thinly sliced (braeburn or other tart type)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
1 1/2 cups egg substitute
1 1/2 cups milk (I use 1%)
1 tablespoon vanilla
powdered sugar (optional) or whipped cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, butter and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a 9x13 baking dish. Add apples and cranberries. Toss to coat well. Spread evenly in pan.
  • Arrange slices of bread atop apple mixture.
  • Mix egg substitute, milk, vanilla and remaining cinnamon until well blended.
  • Pour egg mixture over bread, soaking it completely.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 1-2 hrs if not made ahead).
  • When ready to bake: Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes.
  • Uncover an bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let stand for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm with powdered sugar, whipped cream to taste (We prefer a very light dusting of powdered sugar for the kids and plain for the adults).

FRENCH TOAST-APPLE/CRANBERRY/RAISIN



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Categories     Brunch

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Cup brown sugar
1/2 Cup melted butter
3 tsps cinnamon
3-4 tart apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1/2 Cup dried cranberries
1 Loaf french bread or italian bread cut into 1 inch slices
6 large eggs
1 1/2 Cup milk
1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, melted butter, 1 tsp cinnamon in baking dish (9x13). Add apples, cranberries, raisins. Turn apples over and over to coat with sugar mixture. Arrange slices of bread on top of mixture and apples. Mix eggs and vanilla and 2 tsp cinnamon. Pour over the bread, cover, and refrigerate. Bake covered in foil at 375 for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for 5 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries and apples for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
  • You can use any type of bread for this recipe, but a thick, sturdy bread like challah or brioche will work best.
  • If you don't have a griddle, you can use a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the griddle or skillet, or the french toast will not cook evenly.
  • Serve the french toast immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, or fruit.

Conclusion:

This cranberry apple french toast is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch recipe. It is perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. The combination of tart cranberries, sweet apples, and warm spices is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new french toast recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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