Healthy french toast casserole with berries

Step by Step

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray 9 by 13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Add bread cubes to a casserole dish in a single layer and pour melted butter on top all around.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract and cinnamon. Pour over the bread cubes and press with a spoon to make sure each cube is soaked in a mixture.

Step 4

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes. Can quickly broil after for a golden brown top.

Step 5

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Then add berries and sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired. Cut into 6 slices and serve warm.

Tips and Warnings

Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F until warmed through, or microwave individual servings.
Freeze: Freeze without the berries. Reheat from frozen in the oven for 30-40 minutes.
Sourdough bread is another great healthier bread choice.
Use only one variety of berry if desired, or use peaches, apples, cranberries or your favorite fruit.
Meal prep this for an overnight casserole. Store in the refrigerator for no more than 12 hours and proceed with baking in the morning.