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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

For extra flavor, add a splash of bourbon or apple brandy to the apple mixture while cooking

Use a mix of apple varieties for more complex flavor - combine sweet and tart apples

Don't overcook the apples; they should be tender but still hold their shape

If apples release too much liquid during cooking, increase heat slightly to reduce the sauce

For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut oil for butter and coconut cream cheese for regular cream cheese

Toast the nuts before using as garnish to enhance their flavor

Thicker cut artisan bread works best as it can support the weight of the apple topping

For a breakfast meal prep option, prepare the apple topping ahead and reheat when ready to serve

Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top for a sweet-savory contrast

For extra decadence, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Cinnamon Apple Toast

Name: Cinnamon Apple Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Ingredients: For the Apple Topping:; 4 medium apples (preferably a mix of sweet and tart varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar, packed; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons water or apple cider; For the Toast:; 8 slices of artisan bread (sourdough or brioche work well); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; For the Cream Cheese Spread (optional):; 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of cinnamon; For Garnish:; Maple syrup for drizzling; Chopped toasted walnuts or pecans; Fresh mint leaves; Ground cinnamon for dusting; Equipment:; Large skillet; Toaster or oven; Mixing bowls; Measuring cups and spoons; Spatula

This delightful Cinnamon Apple Toast features perfectly caramelized apples with warm spices served atop artisanal bread. The medium-difficulty recipe requires precise temperature control when caramelizing the apples, proper spice balancing, and careful toasting techniques to achieve the ideal crisp-yet-tender texture. Made with seasonal apples, quality cinnamon, and artisan bread, this dish delivers a harmonious blend of sweet, tart fruit and aromatic spices nestled on perfectly toasted bread that's crunchy on the outside while remaining soft inside. The beautiful contrast between the golden-brown toast and glistening apple topping creates a visually appealing breakfast or brunch item that's as impressive to serve as it is comforting to enjoy.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Total Time

30 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Apple Topping:

4 medium apples (preferably a mix of sweet and tart varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons water or apple cider

For the Toast:

8 slices of artisan bread (sourdough or brioche work well)

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

For the Cream Cheese Spread (optional):

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of cinnamon

For Garnish:

Maple syrup for drizzling

Chopped toasted walnuts or pecans

Fresh mint leaves

Ground cinnamon for dusting

Equipment:

Large skillet

Toaster or oven

Mixing bowls

Measuring cups and spoons

Spatula

Sharp knife

Cutting board

Instructions

If using the cream cheese spread, combine softened cream cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Core the apples and slice them thinly, about 1/8-inch thick. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved, about 1 minute.

Add the sliced apples to the skillet and toss to coat in the butter-sugar mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Stir to combine and continue cooking the apples until they begin to soften but still maintain their shape, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the vanilla extract and water or apple cider. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and apples are tender but not mushy. Remove from heat.

While the apples are cooking, prepare the toast. If using an oven, preheat to 375°F (190°C). Spread both sides of each bread slice with softened butter.

For oven toasting: Place buttered bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown on both sides. For toaster: Toast bread to desired doneness and then lightly butter each side.

To assemble, spread each toast with the cream cheese mixture (if using). Top with a generous portion of the warm apple mixture.

Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with chopped nuts. Dust with a little extra cinnamon and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

Serve immediately while toast is crisp and apples are warm.

Cinnamon Apple Toast

JUE

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