Baked Apple French Toast
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread or baguette, cut into 1-inch thick diagonal slices
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese
8 eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
2/3 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 can (14 oz.) apple or cherry pie filling |
Spread one side of each bread slice with cream cheese. Fit bread slices snugly into bottom of lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish. In large bowl, combine eggs, milk, half-and-half, maple syrup, and vanilla; mix well. Pour over bread slices, cover; refrigerate overnight. Next morning, remove dish from refrigerator; let stand 30 minutes, spread pie filling on top. Preheat oven to 375°F (350°F for glass baking dish). Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cut into desired servings. Serve warm. Top with additional maple syrup or confectioners’ sugar if desired. Prep time: 15 minutes. Makes 8–10 servings.
