Apple-Maple French Toast Recipe

INGREDIENTS 6 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Ground cinnamon 6 slices bread 2 tablespoons butter, plus more for serving 3 apples, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons water 1/2 cup maple syrup

STEP 1 Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of ground cinnamon in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the bread in a single layer, turning until all the egg is absorbed.

STEP 2 Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter, and add apples, stirring to coat until starting to caramelize. Add the water, cooking until water has evaporated and apples are tender, about 4 minutes.

STEP 3 Pour in the maple syrup and a dash of ground cinnamon; simmer for a minute to combine.

STEP 4 In a large, heated nonstick skillet, melt about 1 tablespoon butter and saute the soaked bread until golden brown on each side, about 4 minutes. Place French toast on a plate and top with apple-maple mixture, plus more butter if you'd like!