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Berry French Toast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Berry French Toast Casserole is a delightful make-ahead breakfast that combines the warm, comforting flavors of baked French toast with fresh blueberries and strawberries. Topped with a cinnamon streusel, it’s perfect for a weekend brunch or holiday gathering, offering a perfectly moist and sweet dish that can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning.

Ingredients

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Casserole:

  • 1 lb loaf Sourdough Or French Bread
  • 1 ½ cups (195g) blueberries
  • 1 lb strawberries, washed, hulled and chopped
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups (480ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup (104g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (36g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Topping:

  • 3/4 cup (98g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (169g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (112g) butter, cut into pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare the casserole dish: Grease a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and set it aside for later use.
  2. Cut and layer bread with berries: Slice the sourdough or French bread into 1-inch chunks. Combine the bread chunks with fresh blueberries and chopped strawberries, then spread this mixture evenly at the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
  3. Mix custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy whipping cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
  4. Soak the bread mixture: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and berries in the casserole dish, ensuring all bread pieces get saturated. Cover tightly and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the custard.
  5. Preheat oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to ensure even cooking.
  6. Make streusel topping: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until a crumbly streusel forms.
  7. Apply topping: Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the soaked bread and berry mixture, covering as much of the surface as possible for a crisp, sweet finish.
  8. Bake the casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour. For a softer and moister texture, bake closer to 45 minutes; for a firmer texture, bake longer.
  9. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enhance with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or additional fresh fruit if desired for extra sweetness and presentation.

Notes

  • Use day-old sourdough or French bread for best absorption and texture.
  • The casserole can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and kept refrigerated before baking.
  • Adjust baking time to preference for texture: less time for softer, more custardy results; more time for a firmer bake.
  • Feel free to substitute or add other berries like raspberries or blackberries.
  • Serving suggestions include adding whipped cream or a drizzle of honey for extra indulgence.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/12th of casserole)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

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