Apple French Toast
Ingredients
* 2 medium apples (Cortland, Granny Smith, etc.)
* 1 c. egg alternative
* 12-oz. can of evaporated skim milk
* 4 slices of cinnamon swirl bread
* ½ c. granulated sugar, divided
* 1 tsp. cinnamon
* 1 tsp. nutmeg
Directions
1. Spray 8x8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Line bottom with 4 slices of cinnamon swirl bread.
3. Mix egg alternative, evaporated skim milk, ¼ c. sugar together.
4. Pour half of egg mixture over bread.
5. Arrange apple slices over egg-bread layer.
6. Pour remainder of egg mixture over apple slices.
7. Mix remaining ¼ c. of sugar with cinnamon and nutmeg; sprinkle evenly over top of apple-egg layer.
8. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
9. Next day: Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit (176° Celsius). Bake for 60 minutes until fluffy and golden brown and egg mixture is set.
This recipe is an excellent source of protein, calcium, and riboflavin, which are essential during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
This is a great make-ahead breakfast dish for the whole family. Serve with turkey bacon or soy sausages and maple syrup.
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