Best 5 Cherry French Toast Breakfast Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our tantalizing Cherry French Toast Breakfast Bake, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish, perfect for a special brunch or weekend breakfast, features layers of fluffy French toast, juicy cherries, a creamy custard filling, and a crispy pecan streusel topping. Embark on a flavor journey with our curated collection of recipes, offering variations to suit every palate. Discover the classic Cherry French Toast Bake, a timeless favorite, alongside enticing alternatives like the Blueberry French Toast Bake, bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh blueberries. For a unique twist, try the Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake, where tangy cream cheese and sweet strawberries create a delightful symphony of flavors. Each recipe provides detailed instructions, ensuring success in your culinary endeavors. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in a breakfast bake that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED CHERRY CHEESECAKE FRENCH TOAST



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This easy Baked Cherry Cheesecake French Toast Casserole is the breakfast of your dreams! Just 5 minutes of assembly and you're ready to pop it in the oven. Breakfast has never been this delicious!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz French baguette (cut into 1-inch cubes, about 5 cups)
8 oz cream cheese (cut into 20 cubes)
21 oz cherry pie filling
6 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup half and half
1/4 cup maple syrup (the real stuff!)
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Spray an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place half of the bread on the bottom of the dish.
  • Place the cream cheese cubes on top of the bread.
  • Spoon half of the cherry pie filling on top of the cream cheese.
  • Top with the remaining half of the bread cubes.
  • Whisk together remaining ingredients (eggs, milk, half and half, syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla).
  • Pour over the top of the bread layer.
  • Spoon the remaining pie filling over the top and cover with foil.
  • Preheat oven to 350F. Let french toast sit while the oven is preheating, allowing the bread to absorb some of the egg mixture.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes covered. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly before serving with additional maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 161 mg, Sodium 425 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET CHERRY FRENCH TOAST



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You'll be proud to serve this tasty brunch bake from Elisa Lochridge, Beaverton, Oregon. The cherry topping and dollop of yogurt make each bite a special treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
CHERRY TOPPING:
4 cups fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons cold water
Vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • Place the bread in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup, sugar, orange zest and salt. Pour over bread; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In another large bowl, combine the cherries, orange juice and sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Transfer bread slices to another greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Discard any remaining egg mixture. Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes or until golden brown., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir in the reserved cherry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over French toast; drizzle with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 330mg cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SPECIAL STUFFED FRENCH TOAST



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For a breakfast or brunch sensation, whip up this dish showcasing cherries. The golden-brown Texas toast is delectable with cream cheese tucked between thick slices. The sweet-tart cherry sauce make a pretty and flavorful topping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
4 cups pitted frozen tart cherries, thawed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
12 slices Texas toast
1 egg
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • For cherry sauce, combine 1 cup sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Stir in the water until smooth. Add cherries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over six slices of bread; top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg, milk and remaining sugar. Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, toast bread on both sides until golden brown. Serve with cherry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 109g carbohydrate (70g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

WHITE LACE INN BAKED CHERRY FRENCH TOAST



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Make and share this White Lace Inn Baked Cherry French Toast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 loaf white bread
1/2 loaf French bread
4 cups frozen cherries (rinsed and drained)
7 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons dark corn syrup
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Cut the loaf of white bread into cubes.
  • Place the cubes into a greased 9x13 pan.
  • Spread the cherries over the bread.
  • Cut ten 1-inch slices of French bread, place the slices over the cherries.
  • Beat the eggs well, add the milk, sugar, cream, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon and beat again.
  • Pour the egg and milk mixture over the French bread slices.
  • To the melted butter add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and walnuts.
  • Spread this topping on the bread.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes.
  • Cover with foil for the last 15 minutes to keep it from getting too brown.
  • Let set for about 10 minutes before slicing into 10 servings.

EASY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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Delicious and decadent, simple spin on French toast. Got the idea from a bed and breakfast in the south. Add additional ingredients; we like blueberries and cream cheese, cinnamon apples, nuts, and dried fruit!

Provided by Heather Bogle

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) loaf crusty French bread, cut into bite-size pieces, or as needed
2 cups milk
6 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Stir 1 cup brown sugar and butter together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves into butter, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour into prepared baking dish and spread a 1 1/2- to 2-inch layer of bread pieces over the top.
  • Beat milk, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; pour milk mixture over bread into the baking dish and move bread as necessary to ensure all bread is absorbing liquid. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Remove and discard plastic wrap from baking dish and sprinkle remaining brown sugar over the top of the bread mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 174.9 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 352.1 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. Frozen cherries can also be used, but thaw them completely before using.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking dish, you can use a larger or smaller dish, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • To make the bake ahead of time, assemble it the night before and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, bake it according to the recipe instructions.
  • Serve the bake warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

Conclusion:

This cherry French toast breakfast bake is a delicious and easy way to start your day. It's perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. With its sweet and tangy cherry filling and fluffy French toast topping, this bake is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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