Description
This Baked Berry French Toast is the perfect make-ahead breakfast! Soft, custardy bread baked with juicy strawberries and blueberries, finished with a dusting of icing sugar. It’s a simple yet delightful dish for a cozy morning. Serve warm and enjoy a flavorful start to your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 slices bread, cubed
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon powder
- ½ cup strawberries, sliced
- ¼ cup blueberries
- Icing sugar, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 180°C (350°F).
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, egg, cinnamon powder, and butter. Heat over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the dish: Place the bread cubes in a greased baking dish. Pour the warm milk mixture evenly over the bread. Sprinkle with strawberries and blueberries.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before dusting with icing sugar. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe can be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator for an easy, make-ahead breakfast.
- Add more berries or other fruits like raspberries or blackberries for a variation.
- You can use any type of bread you prefer, such as challah, brioche, or whole wheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300-350 kcal (approx.)
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg