Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Overnight Croissant French Toast Casserole, a breakfast masterpiece that transforms flaky croissants into a rich, custardy dish. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy mornings or special brunch gatherings, allowing you to prepare everything the night before. With layers of buttery croissants soaked in a creamy egg mixture and topped with vibrant mixed berries, every bite is a sweet celebration. Drizzled with pure maple syrup and dusted with cinnamon, it promises to impress your family and guests alike. Enjoy this versatile dish as a stunning breakfast centerpiece or a charming dessert option!
Ingredients
- 10 medium croissants (preferably day-old)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cream (or half-and-half)
- 3 cups mixed berries
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and prepare a casserole dish with baking spray.
- Cut croissants into bite-sized pieces and layer them in the dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, milk, cream, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissants, pressing gently to ensure they soak up the liquid.
- Sprinkle mixed berries on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with extra maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 230mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider adding nutmeg or allspice to the egg mixture. Feel free to customize the berry mix according to your preference.