Fresh Foodie's Kitchen: Apple Cinnamon French Toast

The bad news is: the cold I have been fighting for the past few days has finally gotten the best of me. The good news is: today is my day off. So I was able to sleep in and make myself comfort food for brunch. I woke up craving french toast and decided to make it with baked apple topping. I was able to make a clean version in less than 15 minutes.

Here's how I did it (I don't measure, so just go with your gut.):
I like to make the topping first so it can cook while I prepare the french toast.

Apple Cinnamon Topping:
-Granny Smith Apple, chopped into cubes, 2 small (or one large)
-Coconut Oil
-Raw Coconut Nectar (Agave or other clean syrups may be substituted)
-Cinnamon (and loads of it)

Place chopped apple in the bottom of a microwave safe bowl with a lid. (I use a glass bowl and lid.)  Completely coat with cinnamon. (Be very generous.  You almost don't wanna know there are apples underneath.  Drizzle generously with coconut nectar. And add a small dollop of Coconut Oil.  Cover and microwave for about 5 min or until apples are desired softness. Stir before serving.

Cinnamon French Toast:
-Sprouted Bread of your choice, 2 slices (I used Trader Joes' Multigrain)
-Coconut Oil
-2 Whole eggs
-Almond Milk
-Cinnamon, to taste

Heat coconut oil in a skillet.  Beat the eggs, Almond milk and Cinnamon until smooth. (I do it on a plate so its easier to dip the bread in later, but you can do it in a bowl and pour the mixture onto a plate if you prefer.)
Coat both sides of the bread with the egg mixture and place into the skillet.  Cook on both sides to assure that it is cooked through. Both sides should be golden brown and toasted. Place on a serving plate and top with the apple cinnamon mixture.

I like to enjoy mine with a hot beverage.  I'm not much of a coffee person, but I love hot chocolate and tea.  Today, I made a tea latte when the apple topping was done.

Cinnamon Earl Grey Latte:
-2 Earl Grey Tea Bags
-Water
-Almond Milk
-Cinnamon

Fill a large mug halfway with water and the rest with almond milk.  (I like to use sweetened almond milk so that I don't have to add sugar later, but you can sweeten according to your preference.) Heat in the microwave for about 2-3 minutes.  Add tea bags and cinnamon. Allow to steep for 2-3 minutes and stir. Enjoy!

Cleaning up your favorite comfort food recipes is a great way to keep yourself on track during the colder months.

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XO,
Fresh Foodie

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