Best 5 Mixed Berry French Toast Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful breakfast or brunch experience with our Mixed Berry French Toast Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This casserole combines the classic French toast with the vibrant flavors of mixed berries, creating a symphony of sweet and tangy notes. The casserole is not only visually appealing, with layers of colorful berries peeking through the golden-brown crust, but it also offers a delightful combination of soft, fluffy bread and a crispy outer layer. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend mornings, and it is sure to become a family favorite.

In addition to the main recipe, we also provide variations to cater to different preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a vegan option, we offer a dairy-free and egg-free version that uses plant-based milk and flax eggs. For those who love the classic French toast flavor, we have a simplified recipe that uses frozen berries and a traditional bread mixture. And for those who want to add an extra touch of decadence, we provide instructions for a luxurious cream cheese filling that takes this casserole to the next level.

No matter which recipe you choose, the Mixed Berry French Toast Casserole is sure to impress with its irresistible flavors and textures. Its combination of sweet and tangy berries, soft and fluffy bread, and crispy outer layer makes it a delightful dish that will satisfy cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MIXED BERRY FRENCH TOAST BAKE



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I love this recipe! It's perfect for fuss-free holiday breakfasts or company, it's utterly delicious and so easy to put together the night before. -Amy Berry, Poland, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large eggs
1-3/4 cups fat-free milk
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cubed
1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened mixed berries
2 tablespoons cold butter
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Optional: Confectioners' sugar and maple syrup

Steps:

  • Whisk together first 6 ingredients. Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. or 3-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour egg mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove berries from freezer and French toast from refrigerator and let stand while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes., In a small bowl, cut butter into brown sugar until crumbly. Top French toast with berries; sprinkle with brown sugar mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BERRY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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Make French toast for a crowd by layering it in a baking dish and soaking overnight.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 9h15m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
One 1-pound, day-old unsliced loaf white bread
2 1/2 cups mixed berries, such as blueberries, raspberries and blackberries
3 cups milk
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
6 large eggs
Kosher salt
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Warm maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Butter the bottom and sides of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Slice the bread into 3/4- to 1-inch-thick slices. Tile the bread in the dish, overlapping the slices. Scatter the berries over the bread, letting some fall to the bottom of the dish.
  • Whisk the milk, granulated sugar, cream, vanilla and almond extracts, eggs and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Pour over the bread and berries and press gently on the bread to immerse in the egg mixture. Melt the butter and drizzle over the top of the casserole. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove and discard the plastic wrap. Bake the casserole until golden brown and set in the center, tenting it with foil if the bread starts to become too dark, 45 to 50 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes, then dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with warm maple syrup on the side.

MIXED BERRY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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This mixed berry French toast can be made the night before and put into the oven to bake in the morning. Our family always eats this on Christmas morning, but it doesn't need to be saved for a special occasion! Yum! Serve hot with maple syrup and/or dusted with powdered sugar.

Provided by PlankMomma

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 4h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
6 large eggs
2 ½ cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 (12 ounce) package mixed frozen berries

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Mix eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in another bowl. Pour over bread cubes. Stir once or twice to make sure bread is evenly coated; be gentle when stirring in order to prevent bread from tearing.
  • Refrigerate bread mixture for 4 hours, to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Generously grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  • Pour bread mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle cream cheese cubes evenly bread. Top with berries. Mix gently to distribute thoroughly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 176.4 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 535.6 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

MIXED BERRY FRENCH TOAST



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Had this mixed berry French toast recently at a brunch and it is absolutely the best French toast I've ever had--perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch.

Provided by cageytoo

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 9h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 loaf Texas toast
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup white sugar
1 ½ cups mixed frozen berries, thawed and drained
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
8 large eggs
1 ½ cups milk
¾ cup maple syrup
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray. Layer 1/2 of the bread in the pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and sugar together with an electric mixer until creamy. Drop by teaspoonfuls over the bread. Layer mixed berries on top; layer on remaining bread. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
  • Mix eggs, milk, maple syrup, butter, and vanilla extract together in a bowl and pour over bread. Press with a spatula to soak up mixture. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and set, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.3 g, Cholesterol 194.7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 449.7 mg, Sugar 26.5 g

MIXED BERRY FRENCH TOAST RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bread, eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, mixed berries, lemon juce, granulated sugar, confectioners sugar

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bread
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 cups mixed berries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
2 tablespoons lemon juce
⅓ cup granulated sugar
confectioners sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs, cinnamon, vanilla and milk together in medium-large bowl to create egg wash.
  • Dunk bread in egg wash.
  • Melt butter in a skillet on medium-low heat and cook bread for 2-3 minutes.
  • Mix berries, sugar, and lemon juice in medium pan over low heat crushing and stirring berries until they form a thick sauce.
  • Lay out slices and spread compote in between each slice then on top. Garnish with confectioners sugar (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 40 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen berries: Fresh berries are ideal, but frozen berries can also be used. If using frozen berries, thaw them before adding them to the casserole.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the casserole tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes about 30-35 minutes.
  • Serve the casserole warm with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include maple syrup, whipped cream, and fresh berries.

Conclusion:

Mixed berry French toast casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It is perfect for a crowd and can be made ahead of time. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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