Apple Dumpling French Toast Bake

Prep 15 min
Total 60 min
Servings 8

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Make-ahead easy and special-occasion worthy, flaky croissants and brown-sugar baked apples are the stars of this two-in-one morning favourite. ...MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

2 Granny Smith apples, diced

2/3 cup light brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

5 eggs

1 cup milk

1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix

6 small croissants, torn in bite-size pieces

Steps

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Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with baking spray. Set aside.
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In 10-inch skillet, sauté apples with sugars until apples are tender and sugar is caramelized. Add vanilla, and stir. Remove from heat.
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While apples are cooking, in small bowl, mix butter with cinnamon and ginger.
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In large bowl, beat eggs and milk. Beat in Bisquick® mix and butter mixture with whisk. Add in pieces of croissant; allow them to soak while apples cook.
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When apples are ready, add apple mixture to soaking croissants. Stir to combine. Pour into baking dish.
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Bake 45 minutes. Serve hot.

Expert Tips

Not a fan of apples? Try this recipe with peaches or pears. Either makes an excellent substitute.
Too much to do in the morning? No problem! This casserole can be prepared the night before and reheated when you need it. Go ahead and sleep in!