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Caramel Apple French Toast Trifle

December 4, 2021
Recipes - Breakfast + Brunch - Dairy-Free
This layered French toast trifle is the best way to serve French toast with a drizzle of sweet caramel sauce.

Caramel Apple French Toast Trifle

Serve this Caramel Apple French Toast Trifle for a twist on classic french toast with a homemade caramel drizzle and tender, spiced apples in every layer. 

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

If you're as big of a fan of french toast as I am (and my family), you're going to love this new way to serve your favorite breakfast. When you layer french toast like a trifle, it's as welcome for dessert as it is in the morning! And this version is fully loaded with sweet, juicy apples and homemade sticky caramel sauce. With nuts for crunch, you have a decadent treat for any time of day.

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

Ingredients for French Toast Parfaits

Here's what you need to make this simple, but extravagant breakfast:

  • Brioche bread. You can find this at the store or make your own Easy Fluffy Vegan Brioche Bread!
  • Almond milk. Any other kind of plant-based (or regular dairy) milk will work.
  • Eggs. These should be at room temperature to make them easy to blend.
  • Spices. Use cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice for a classic trio of flavors.
  • Maple syrup. Use pure syrup, not imitation!

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

Maple Roasted Apples

Each layer of the French toast trifle is layered with sweet and spiced maple roasted apples. HEre's what you need to make them:

  • Apples. I love Honeycrisps for this recipe. You can use your favorite red apple if you like.
  • Maple syrup
  • Olive oil. This enhances the caramelized flavor of the roasted apples.
  • Spices. Again, reach for cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

Vegan Caramel Sauce

The creamy, gooey caramel sauce brings this breakfast to totally new heights. Here are the ingredients:

  • Brown sugar. I recommend organic.
  • Vegan butter. You can also use regular butter if you're not plant-based or dairy-free.
  • Coconut milk. Coconut cream also works great for a richer caramel sauce!
  • Sea salt. To enhance the sweet flavor of your caramel.

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

Assembling French Toast Trifles

When you're ready to serve your impressive French toast trifles, have your baked french toast, roasted apples, caramel sauce, and toppings ready.

Start by slicing each piece of toast into cubes. Place a layer of French toast cubes in the bottom off each parfait glass or jar. Next, add a layer of coconut whipped cream, followed by a scoop of maple roasted apples. Repeat all three layers again. Finally, top each parfait with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Dig in!

Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

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Caramel Apple French Toast Parfait

Caramel Apple French Toast Trifle (Dairy-Free)

5 from 1 vote
These layered caramel apple french toast trifles are dairy-free and topped with fluffy coconut whipped cream for a decadent breakfast or dessert treat!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

FRENCH TOAST:

  • 1 loaf Brioche bread, sliced
  • 1 cup Almond milk (You can use your favorite plant-based milk!)
  • 3 large eggs, at room temp.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 2 Tbsps pure maple syrup

MAPLE ROASTED APPLES:

  • 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, diced into medium chunks (skin on)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup + 2 Tbsps, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice

TOPPING:

  • Coconut whipped cream, homemade or store-bought

HOMEMADE VEGAN CARAMEL SAUCE:

  • 1 cup organic brown sugar
  • 6 Tbsps vegan butter
  • ½ cup full-fat coconut milk/cream
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

TO MAKE FRENCH TOAST:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together all the ingredients (except for the bread) into a large bowl and set aside so that everything marries together and activates, about 5 minutes.
  • Next, dip 1 slice of bread into the mixture, shaking off any excess liquid and place it onto prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all breads are dipped.
  • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

ROASTED MAPLE APPLES:

  • In a bowl, add the apple chunks, maple syrup, olive oil, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, and toss until the apples are fully coated. Transfer to a baking sheet (lined with parchment paper) and arrange in the single layer. Bake until the apples are golden and knife tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

HOMEMADE VEGAN CARAMEL SAUCE:

  • Heat the brown sugar in a medium skillet over medium-high heat and stir constantly using a rubber spatula until clumps are formed. Add vegan butter and continue to stir until everything has melted and become a dark 'amber-like' color. Continue to stir consistently until fully melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Now, slowly whisk in the coconut milk and continue stirring until well incorporated and sauce has fully thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before using. Set aside.

ASSEMBLY:

  • Once done----remove the bread from the oven and cut each bread into medium-sized cubes.
  • Create trifle by adding a few cubes of bread to the bottom of jar or glass, followed by coconut whipped cream, and roasted apples. Repeat layer once more.
  • Make sure that coconut whipped cream is at the very top of trifle and drizzle with caramel sauce and maple syrup, if desired and enjoy!
  • Bon Appetit!

Tips & Tricks

  • BREAD: Instead of brioche bread, you can also use vegan challah or ciabatta bread or any other rustic bread. In most cases, day old bread works best!
  • HOMEMADE VEGAN BRIOCHE: To make your own vegan brioche bread, see my latest recipe.
  • STORAGE (CARAMEL SAUCE): Leftover caramel sauce can be stored in a tightly sealed mason jar for up to two weeks. When ready to use, simply reheat sauce in the microwave at 15 second intervals until softened and at room temp.

Nutrition

Calories: 1008kcal | Carbohydrates: 128g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 683mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 81g | Vitamin A: 985IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 247mg | Iron: 3mg

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