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Berry French Toast Casserole Recipe

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This Berry French Toast Casserole is a delightful and comforting breakfast dish featuring cubes of French bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar, layered with fresh strawberries and blueberries, then baked to golden perfection. It’s perfect for a special brunch or holiday morning, served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 12–14 cups French bread, cut into cubes
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar

Fruit Toppings

  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

Finishing

  • 1–2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Maple syrup, as desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare the casserole dish: Grease a 9″x13″ casserole with vegetable oil or butter to prevent sticking. Cut French bread into cubes and fill the casserole up to about three-quarters full with the bread cubes.
  2. Make custard mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, 2% milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and brown sugar until well combined and smooth. Pour this custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the casserole.
  3. Add the berries: Slice the strawberries and sprinkle them over the top of the casserole along with the blueberries, distributing the fruit evenly.
  4. Soak the bread: Cover the casserole tightly with saran wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours, or overnight, to allow the bread to soak up the custard mixture fully.
  5. Bake the casserole: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap and bake the casserole for 35 to 50 minutes. Check for doneness at 35 minutes by ensuring the custard is set and the top is golden brown. Continue baking if needed, but avoid overbaking.
  6. Add finishing touches: Once the casserole is baked and slightly cooled, sprinkle the top with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and a pretty presentation.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Serve warm slices of the casserole with generous drizzles of maple syrup on top. Enjoy this comforting breakfast treat!

Notes

  • Soaking the casserole overnight enhances flavor and texture.
  • You can substitute 2% milk with whole milk or a dairy-free alternative if preferred.
  • For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
  • This recipe easily adapts to other fruits like raspberries or blackberries.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Keywords: French Toast Casserole, Berry French Toast, Breakfast Casserole, Baked French Toast, Strawberry Blueberry Casserole, Brunch Recipe

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