Description
Indulgent Summer Berry Stuffed French Toast Casserole brings a luxurious breakfast experience to your morning table. Layers of bread, creamy cheese, and fresh berries create a mouthwatering dish you cannot resist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf french bread
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 6 large eggs
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter
Seasoning and Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish by greasing with butter at 350°F (175°C).
- Create the first bread layer in the dish, positioning slices to cover the bottom completely.
- Generously spread softened cream cheese across the bread, ensuring even coverage.
- Scatter mixed berries over the cream cheese layer, distributing them uniformly.
- Position the remaining bread slices on top to create a complete second layer.
- Whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread layers, allowing liquid to seep between bread slices.
- Cover the casserole with foil and refrigerate for 2-8 hours to allow flavors to meld and bread to absorb liquid.
- Remove from refrigerator and bake covered for 30 minutes at 350°F.
- Uncover and continue baking for 20-25 minutes until top becomes golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes to set.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm, garnishing with additional fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Assemble this casserole the night before for a stress-free morning breakfast that lets flavors meld beautifully.
- Swap fresh or frozen mixed berries based on seasonal availability or personal preference without compromising taste.
- Use reduced-fat cream cheese and skim milk to create a healthier version that still delivers delicious comfort.
- Replace French bread with gluten-free bread to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining the dish’s delightful texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg