Slow Cooker Caramel Apple French Toast

Ingredients

• 1 package (5 ounces) dried apples, chopped
• 3 cups milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 12 large eggs
• 1 1/2 packages (16 ounces each) cinnamon raisin bread, cut or torn into 1-inch pieces
• 1 jar (12.25 ounces) caramel topping
• Coarse sugar for garnish, optional

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine milk, apples, vanilla extract, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl with a whisk, beat the eggs. Add the milk mixture and bread. Stir until bread is moistened.
3. Add mixture to a slow cooker crock.
4. Cover slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours.
5. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Drizzle with caramel topping before serving.

Serves: 10-12