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Description
A delicious and easy French toast bake loaded with fresh berries, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread, pressing the bread down to soak.
- Scatter the berries evenly on top.
- Drizzle melted butter over the berries.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and set.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture.
- Let the bread soak in the egg mixture for at least 10 minutes before baking.
- You can substitute frozen berries if fresh ones aren’t available.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American