Overnight French Toast Casserole With Mixed Berries

Prepare the batter for this simple french toast recipe the night before, and just bake the casserole in the morning before topping with berries, syrup and whipped cream.

Makes: 6-8 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Recipe Created By: Mary Carter
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound soft bread (about ⅔ standard loaf)
  • 1 cup sugar, divided
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 8 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries or blackberries
  • Maple syrup and whipped cream for garnish, optional

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ⅔ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, eggs and half-and-half. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. Butter a 9×13-inch baking pan. Tear the bread into large pieces and place evenly into the pan. Pour the egg mixture over the top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. The next morning, sprinkle remaining cinnamon and sugar evenly over the top of the mixture. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until puffy and golden.
  4. Cut into eight squares. Top each piece with ½ cup berries, warm maple syrup and whipped cream.

Tips & Notes

This dish balances nicely with local bacon.

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