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Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Overnight Breakfast Casserole: A Deliciously Easy Morning Treat

Overnight Breakfast Casserole is an effortless, nutritious breakfast that combines layers of bread and berries for a delightful start to your day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 cups berries Any mix of fresh or frozen
  • 1 lb thick bread Brioche or gluten-free, slightly stale
  • 1 1/3 cups applesauce or mashed banana Moistening agent
  • 2/3 cup milk of choice Dairy or plant-based
  • 2/3 cup egg whites or additional milk For vegan use a substitute
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave or honey Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Optional
For Variations (Optional)
  • Apple Cinnamon Swaps Chopped apples with cinnamon
  • Chocolate Chip Surprise Add mini chocolate chips
  • Tropical Delight Canned pineapple and coconut milk
  • Banana Bread Bliss Mashed bananas with a hint of cinnamon
  • Pumpkin Pie Treat Canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice
  • Cinnamon Roll Indulgence Drizzle with cream cheese glaze

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Measuring Cup
  • baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the bread by cutting it into 1-inch pieces and toasting at 300°F for 15 minutes.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and evenly arrange the toasted bread.
  3. Mix together applesauce, milk, egg whites, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Pour the mixture over the bread and top with berries. Refrigerate overnight.
  5. Bake at 350°F for about 1 hour until golden brown and firm.
  6. Cool for 10 minutes before serving, warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use slightly stale bread for the best texture and don’t skip on mixing fresh or frozen berries.

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