Overnight Apple Cinnamon French Toast

Recipe View 5 mins Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Spread this mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Spread the apple pie filling evenly over the brown sugar mixture. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer over the apples, gently pressing down to ensure they are snug. You may need to overlap slightly. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring that all slices are saturated. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 8 hrs Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight. (8 hours)

Recipe View 15 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). (15 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs 15 mins Bake the French toast casserole, covered, for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the bread is set and the egg mixture is cooked through. (75 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Remove the foil and drizzle the maple syrup evenly over the top. Turn on the broiler. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the syrup is bubbly and caramelized, watching carefully to prevent burning. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving. (10 minutes)

Recipe View For an elegant presentation, invert the pan onto a serving platter so the apple filling is on top. Serve warm with additional maple syrup, if desired.