Cinnamon Apple Toast | Flirt Recipes

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
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board