Apple Cinnamon French Toast

Ingredients

• 2 medium apples, peeled and roughly chopped
• 1 tsp vanilla essence
• 1⁄2 cup apple juice
• 11⁄2 cups water
• 4 slices bread (see note 1 for GF)
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 50mL milk (see note 2 for DF)
• 1/3 cup flour (see note 1 for GF)

Methods

1. Bring juice, water and vanilla essence to the boil in a medium saucepan.
2. Reduce heat to low and add apples. Gently simmer until soft, then strain and discard excess fluid.
3. In a large bowl, whisk the egg, cinnamon and milk until smooth, then slowly add the flour and continue to whisk until smooth.
   
   NOTE 2: Use non-dairy milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
4. Submerge the bread into the egg mix until completely coated, then gently lift out and let the excess drip off.
   
   NOTE 1: Use gluten-free bread and flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
5. Cook bread in a large non-stick pan over medium heat until golden on each side. Serve with poached apples. Alternatively, you can serve with maple syrup or fresh berries. Enjoy!

Recipe adapted from Taylor & Holmes. Only use the recipe for the meal type specified (i.e. lunch or dinner) to ensure you stay within your daily nutrient requirements. Please note these recipes are for educational purposes only. Always follow the advice of your healthcare professional.