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Verry Berry French Toast 🍓🥞

Overview:

• Prep Time: 9 hours
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 10 hours
• Servings: Not specified

Description:

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Verry Berry French Toast recipe, which has been perfected over time to create a breakfast sensation! Originally discovered in the June/July 1996 issue of Taste of Home, this recipe underwent multiple tweaks until it reached a level of perfection that satisfies every member of the family. The dish combines the goodness of fresh and frozen berries with a creamy texture, enhanced by a syrupy sweetness that’s hard to resist. Prepare it the night before for a hassle-free morning routine.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices of bread, cubed
• 2 packages of cream cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
• 12 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
• 1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Instructions:

1. Prepare Bread Mixture:

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   • Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and place half in a greased 13x9x2″ baking dish.
   • Cube the cream cheese and scatter it over the bread.
   • Top with both fresh and frozen berries, then layer the remaining bread cubes on top.

2. Prepare Egg Mixture:

   • In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
   • Add milk and honey to the beaten eggs, mixing well.
   • Pour this mixture over the bread layers.

3. Chill Overnight:

   • Cover the dish and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4. Preheat Oven:

   • Thirty minutes before baking, remove the dish from the refrigerator to allow it to come to room temperature.
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

5. Bake:

   • Bake the covered dish for 30 minutes.
   • Uncover and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the French toast is golden and the center is set.

6. Prepare Syrup:

   • While the French toast is baking, prepare the syrup.
   • In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch, then add water.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3 minutes.
   • Stir in the berries and reduce the heat, allowing the mixture to simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the blueberries burst.
   • Finally, stir in the butter or margarine until melted.

7. Serve:

   • Once the French toast is ready, serve it warm with the prepared berry syrup drizzled generously over the top.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 618.8
• Fat: 31.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 15.9g
• Cholesterol: 353.8mg
• Sodium: 525.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 67.6g
  • Fiber: 2.4g
  • Sugar: 42.8g
• Protein: 18g

Recipe Notes:

• To enhance the flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the egg mixture.
• This recipe can be easily customized by using different types of berries or adding a hint of citrus zest to the syrup.
• Leftover French toast can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
• The syrup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat it before serving.

Enjoy a morning of blissful indulgence with this Verry Berry French Toast recipe that’s bursting with fruity goodness! 🍞🍓