SLOW-COOKER CARAMEL APPLE FRENCH TOAST

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Put leftover French or challah bread to good use with this decadent French toast layered with apples, brown sugar, pecans and butter-lots of butter. Pass the syrup, whipped cream and berries, please!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 3h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 cups cubed (3/4-inch) French or challah bread
8 eggs
2 cups (1 pint) half-and-half
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 tablespoons butter, softened
3 apples, peeled and coarsely chopped (3/4-inch pieces)
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Powdered Sugar, Maple syrup or salted caramel topping, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. On large cookie sheet, spread bread cubes. Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until dry.
  • Line sides of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with foil that has been folded into thirds; spray with cooking spray. (See tip.)
  • In large bowl, beat remaining French Toast ingredients. Fold in bread cubes to coat. Let stand 15 minutes, folding occasionally.
  • In 8-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add apples; cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together remaining 6 tablespoons butter and remaining Apple-Pecan Filling ingredients until crumbly.
  • Spoon half of bread mixture (about 4 cups) into slow cooker. Top with half of the apples. Sprinkle with half of the brown sugar mixture. Repeat layers.
  • Cover; cook 2 1/2 to 3 hours on Low heat setting or until temperature reaches 160°F and center is set.
  • Remove foil before serving by loosening edges with table knife. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 240 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 46 g, TransFat 1 g

Ami Abu
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This is a great recipe! The caramel sauce is so easy to make and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sherri Hobbs
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This recipe is a winner! The caramel sauce is amazing and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nelson Clark
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This is a great recipe for a special breakfast or brunch. The caramel sauce is so easy to make and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayatu Muhammadi
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I loved this recipe! The caramel sauce was amazing and the apples added a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Jannat multimedia
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover apples. The caramel sauce is delicious and the apples add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


M Abubakar
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This is a great recipe! The caramel sauce is so easy to make and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Bzongo Hamza
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This recipe is a winner! The caramel sauce is amazing and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Pandey Kamal
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This is a great recipe for a special breakfast or brunch. The caramel sauce is so easy to make and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Goodall
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I loved this recipe! The caramel sauce was amazing and the apples added a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


YungChiefcfr Anidi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover apples. The caramel sauce is delicious and the apples add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Laila Cummings
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This is a fantastic recipe! The caramel sauce is so easy to make and the apples add a great flavor. I've made this several times now and it's always a hit.


AS_츻아 MGR_ꔪ
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The caramel sauce is amazing and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


bernard mccray
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This recipe is a keeper! The caramel sauce is so delicious and the apples add a nice crunch. I've made this several times now and it's always a hit.


Toma Saha
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The caramel sauce is the perfect addition to the apples and french toast. I've made this for breakfast, brunch, and even dessert.


Mughal G
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This is the best french toast I've ever had! The caramel sauce is amazing and the apples add a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Basit Ali Awan
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the kids. The caramel sauce is so easy to make and really takes this dish to the next level.


Great Mama
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This caramel apple french toast was a hit with my family! The apples added a nice sweetness and crunch, and the caramel sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.