Apple French Toast

Instructions

Brown Butter Crumble

1. Step
   In a medium skillet, over medium heat, melt butter and cook until it turns golden brown and nutty, about 4–5 minutes.
2. Step
   Stir in oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until toasty and golden, about 5–6 minutes.
3. Step
   Spread on a tray to cool and crisp up.

Apple Compote

1. Step
   In a medium skillet, over medium heat, melt butter.
2. Step
   Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and a pinch of salt.
3. Step
   Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring, until apples soften and sauce thickens.
4. Step
   Add a splash of lemon juice at the end to brighten. Keep warm.

Vanilla Whipped Cream

1. Step
   In a large, chilled bowl, whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form (use a whisk or electric mixer).
2. Step
   2. Set aside. Keep cold until ready to serve the french toast.

French Toast

1. Step
   In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
2. Step
   In a cast iron pan or large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter to coat the pan
3. Step
   Dip each brioche slice into the custard mixture, soaking for at least 20 -30 seconds per side.
4. Step
   Place the dipped slices in the pan/skillet and sear slices until golden brown and crisp, about 3–4 minutes per side. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
5. Step
   Repeat until all slices have been cooked.

Assemble The French Toast

1. Step
   On a plate, place one slice of French toast
2. Step
   Spoon 1 – 2 tsp of apple compote on the slice and top with another slice (like a sandwich stack).
3. Step
   Top with more apple compote. Add a dollop of vanilla whipped cream.
4. Step
   Sprinkle generously with brown butter oat crumble. 6. Finish with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.