A cozy fall dessert made with layers of rich custard-soaked bread and warm spiced apples, baked until golden and drizzled with a warm brown sugar glaze.
Servings
A cozy fall dessert made with layers of rich custard-soaked bread and warm spiced apples, baked until golden and drizzled with a warm brown sugar glaze.
Equipment
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9×13 inch baking dish
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Large skillet
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Mixing Bowls
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Small saucepan
Ingredients
For the brown sugar glaze:
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
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Stir in the cornstarch and cook for 1 more minute until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Let cool slightly.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
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Place ⅓ of the bread cubes into the dish and press gently to compress.
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Spoon ⅓ of the apple mixture evenly over the bread.
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Add another ⅓ of the bread, press gently, and top with another ⅓ of the apples.
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Finish with the remaining bread, saving the last portion of the apples for serving.
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Pour the custard evenly over the entire dish. Press gently to help the bread absorb the liquid.
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Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired.
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Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden. The center should only jiggle slightly.
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In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until bubbly and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
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Spoon the reserved apples on top and drizzle with the warm brown sugar glaze just before serving.
Notes:
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread so it soaks up the custard without becoming mushy.
- Letting the bread soak before baking helps achieve a rich, custardy texture.
- You can prepare the custard and apple filling the night before and bake it fresh the next day.
- If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking
- To store: Cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To reheat: Warm individual servings in the microwave or heat the full dish in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 15-20 minutes.
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
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