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Berry French Toast Casserole

This EASY Berry Walnut French Toast Casserole recipe is made with Brioche Bread and topped with a sugared walnut and berry mixture for extra flavor! Bake it immediately, or make it ahead and refrigerate overnight.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 316 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the french toast:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 16 ounce loaf brioche bread cubed
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 ¾ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups frozen triple berry blend
For the topping
  • ¾ cup walnut pieces
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 Tablespoons butter softened
  • ¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13x9 baking dish with non-stick baking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Mix together the walnut pieces with the softened butter and brown sugar until combined. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt butter with brown sugar. Whisk until fully combined and the sugar has dissolved.
  4. Pour into the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  5. Lay bread cubes over the butter mixture.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, maple extract, and salt. Pour over bread.
  7. Top with berries and the walnut mixture.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Serve warm with maple syrup. ENJOY.

Notes

  • Use a good quality sweet bread as your base. I found a soft brioche bread, that I cubed for today’s casserole. Cinnamon Swirl (Raisin) bread would also make a great option, as would a Hawaiian bread.
  • I topped the casserole with frozen mixed berries. No need to thaw them. You can also use 2 cups of fresh berries, and variety.
  • It’s easiest to use your hands when combining the sugared walnut mixture. You want to make sure there are no loose crumbs as it all comes together to coat the walnuts completely.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar instead of maple syrup. The sugar makes a beautiful presentation as well!
  • Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator. Warm in microwave.
  • See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 316kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 129mg (43%) Sodium 216mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 20g (40%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316

% Daily Value*

Calories 316kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Cholesterol 129mg 43%
Sodium 216mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 20g 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.