Delicious Overnight Breakfast Casserole for Busy Mornings

This Overnight Breakfast Casserole is a quick and delicious way to start your day, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Refrigeration Time 8

Total Time 9 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole Base

2 cups Berries Use fresh or thawed berries.
8 slices Thick Bread Sourdough or brioche recommended.
1 cup Applesauce Or use mashed banana.
2 cups Milk of Choice Plant-based for vegan option.
1 cup Egg Whites Or additional milk for vegan.

For Sweetness and Flavor

1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Or use agave/honey.
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Optional.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
Mixing Bowl
Baking sheet
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare your thick bread base by slicing it and baking at 300°F for about 15 minutes to dry it out.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and layer the dried bread pieces evenly.
In a bowl, whisk together applesauce, milk, egg whites, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
Pour the mixture over the layered bread and press down gently. Sprinkle berries on top.
Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld.
Preheat your oven to 350°F, then let the casserole sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking.
Bake for about 1 hour, until puffed and golden. A toothpick should come out clean.
Let it cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use stale bread for the best texture and ensure frozen berries are completely thawed and drained before use.

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