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Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Delicious Overnight Breakfast Casserole for Easy Mornings

This Overnight Breakfast Casserole is a simple, healthy, and delicious solution for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 to 2 cups Berries Fresh or frozen fruit
  • 6 slices Thick Bread Brioche or gluten-free varieties
  • 1 1/3 cups Applesauce or Mashed Banana Acts as a natural sweetener
For the Custard
  • 2/3 cup Milk of Choice Almond, soy, or traditional dairy
  • 2/3 cup Egg Whites Or additional milk for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave or honey can be substitutes
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Optional, can omit if using flavored milk
For Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup Fresh Fruit Additional berries or sliced bananas
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting
  • Additional Maple Syrup For drizzling before serving

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare thick bread by letting it sit overnight or toasting it.
  2. Step 2: Cut dried bread into 1-inch pieces and layer in a greased baking pan.
  3. Step 3: Whisk applesauce, milk, egg whites, maple syrup, and vanilla in a large bowl.
  4. Step 4: Pour custard mixture over bread in the baking pan and press down gently.
  5. Step 5: Spread berries evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Step 6: Cover and refrigerate overnight, or bake immediately if short on time.
  7. Step 7: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for about 1 hour until golden and set.
  8. Step 8: Let cool slightly, slice, and serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.

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