Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Berry French Toast Casserole, a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch treat that combines the sweetness of mixed berries with rich, custardy French toast.
Ingredients
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Berry French Toast Casserole:
- 1 loaf French bread (day-old, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 1/2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (cut into small pieces)
- powdered sugar and maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Grease the baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread half of the bread cubes in the bottom.
- Layer bread and berries: Layer half the berries over the bread, then repeat with remaining bread and berries.
- Prepare custard mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Pour over the bread and berries, pressing down gently.
- Chill and bake: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350°F, bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until set. Dust with powdered sugar, serve with maple syrup.
Notes
- You can use any combination of berries—blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries all work well.
- To save time, assemble the night before for an easy morning bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
