Ingredients

8 ounces French bread , loaf
4 eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half or 1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
4 cups frozen fruit , no sugar added ( or use any fresh fruits ie blueberries or strawberries and adjust sugar to fruit ratio )
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons melted butter
This overnite fruity French toast recipe is the perfect dish for a lazy weekend brunch. The French bread is soaked in a custardy egg mixture and topped with sweet and juicy fruit. This dish can be easily customized to suit any taste preference by using different types of fruit or adding spices such as nutmeg or ginger. Serve this French toast alongside a cup of coffee or tea for a delicious start to your day.

Instructions

1.Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
2.Cut the French bread into 1-inch slices and layer them in the baking dish.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half or milk, vanilla, and baking powder until well combined.
4.Pour the egg mixture over the bread, making sure each slice is coated.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the frozen fruit, sugar, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
6.Sprinkle the fruit mixture over the top of the bread, covering it evenly.
7.Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the fruit.
8.Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
9.Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the French toast for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
10.Serve the French toast warm with additional fruit or syrup, if desired.

PROS

This French toast recipe is easy to make and can be prepared the night before for an easy breakfast or brunch.

The addition of fruit adds natural sweetness and nutrients to the dish.

CONS

This dish can be high in sugar depending on the type and amount of fruit used.

It is important to use no sugar added frozen fruit or to adjust the sugar to fruit ratio if using fresh fruit.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of whole grain French bread and fruit in this recipe provides a good source of fiber and important nutrients such as vitamin C and antioxidants.
Eating a fiber-rich breakfast can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote feelings of fullness throughout the day.

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