Berries & Cream French Toast Bake

A delightful and easy-to-make French toast bake with fresh mixed berries and a creamy custard center. Perfect for Easter brunch or any special breakfast.

By @kalefornia_kravings

Original recipe source

Cook time: 45 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread cut into cubes
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced
• 1 cup blackberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• 6 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp cinnamon for sprinkling
• 2 tbsp sugar for sprinkling
• 0 maple syrup for serving

Instructions

1. Cut the French bread into cubes.
2. Whip cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
3. In a large dish, layer the bread cubes, dollops of sweetened cream cheese, and mixed berries.
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the layered bread and berries. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top and bake for 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve warm with maple syrup.