Step 1

Melt 100g butter in a wide, deep frypan over medium heat. Add the apple and cook, stirring constantly, for 15 minutes or until softened. Add the brandy and cook for 1 minute or until the liquid has evaporated. Remove the pan from heat and set aside to cool for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, grease a 25cm round springform cake pan and line the base with baking paper, then cover the outside with foil to prevent liquid leaking out.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, caster sugar, vanilla, cream and milk to combine. Spread remaining 70g butter over the brioche slices, then place alternate layers of brioche and apple mixture in the pan. Pour over the egg mixture and set aside for 1 hour for the liquid to absorb.

Step 4

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 150°C. Place pan on a baking tray and bake for 11/4 hours or until set. Cool slightly. Dust with icing sugar and serve warm with cream.