This delightful breakfast casserole combines soft, crusty French bread with sweet apples, caramel sauce, and a creamy custard. Perfect for a holiday brunch or a weekend treat, your family will love this decadent twist on classic French toast.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
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Spread the bread cubes evenly in the greased baking pan, followed by the apple cubes on top.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, caramel sauce, apple pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Pour the egg mixture over the bread and apple cubes, ensuring that they are completely soaked.
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Cover the baking pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, remove the aluminum foil and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
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Remove the casserole from the oven and drizzle with additional caramel topping and sprinkle chopped peanuts, if desired, before serving.