Description
A delightful breakfast casserole made with French bread soaked in a rich egg mixture, topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries, then baked to golden perfection. Ideal for brunch or a make-ahead breakfast.
Ingredients
- 12–14 cups French bread, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1–2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Grease a 9″x13″ casserole dish with vegetable oil or butter.
- Place the cubed French bread into the casserole dish, filling it about three-quarters full.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Distribute the sliced strawberries and blueberries over the top of the casserole.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake the casserole for 35-50 minutes, checking at the 35-minute mark. The casserole is done when the top is slightly crispy and the center is set.
- If desired, sprinkle powdered sugar over the top before serving.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
- For best results, use slightly stale or day-old French bread to better absorb the egg mixture.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning, making it ideal for brunch gatherings.
- Feel free to substitute or add other berries such as raspberries or blackberries according to your preference.
- Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Berry French Toast Casserole as a delightful start to your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
