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Berry French Toast Casserole

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A comforting and crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole made with custardy bread, juicy mixed berries, and a buttery cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for make-ahead mornings and special occasions.

Ingredients

1 lb sourdough or French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 1/2 cups blueberries

1 lb strawberries, washed, hulled, and chopped

8 large eggs

2 cups milk (whole or 2%)

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

2 tbsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

3/4 cup packed light brown sugar (for topping)

2 tsp cinnamon (for topping)

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
  2. Place the bread cubes, blueberries, and strawberries evenly into the prepared dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and fruit, ensuring everything is well soaked.
  5. Cover the casserole and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the butter until crumbly.
  8. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the casserole.
  9. Bake for 45–60 minutes, until the center is set and no longer milky.
  10. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or extra fruit if desired.

Notes

This casserole can be assembled the night before for easy mornings.

Frozen berries can be used if thawed and well drained.

Adjust baking time depending on how soft or firm you prefer the texture.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

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