Berry Good French Toast Bake Recipe

Ingredients for Berry Good French Toast Bake

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• French Bread
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• Frozen Blueberries
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts recommended)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting
• Blueberries
• Maple Syrup

How to Make Berry Good French Toast Bake

1. Generously grease a 2 1/2-quart rectangular baking dish (approximately 13x9 inches).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour until smooth.
3. Add 6 cups cubed day-old bread (challah or brioche recommended) and gently stir until evenly coated.
4. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish.
5. Evenly top with 4 ounces cream cheese, softened, 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen), and 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts recommended).
6. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
8. Remove plastic wrap and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
9. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately with your favorite syrup (maple syrup recommended).