Heart-Healthy French Toast Casserole
Start your day on a wholesome note with this Heart-Healthy French Toast Casserole—a nutritious twist on a breakfast classic! Featuring whole grain bread soaked in a subtly sweet and spiced mixture of unsweetened almond milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of maple syrup, this casserole is packed with flavor and heart-smart ingredients. Topped with antioxidant-rich fresh blueberries and omega-3-packed walnuts, every bite bursts with health benefits and natural sweetness. Quick to prep and baked to golden perfection, this make-ahead dish is perfect for busy mornings or relaxed brunch gatherings. Low in sugar, high in fiber, and crafted with care, this recipe makes six satisfying servings that are sure to please both your taste buds and your heart.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices whole grain bread
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 4 units large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 for greasing canola oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with canola oil spray.
Step 3
Cut the whole grain bread slices into 1-inch cubes and layer evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk, large eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the milk and egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are well soaked.
Step 6
Evenly sprinkle the fresh blueberries and chopped walnuts over the top of the soaked bread.
Step 7
Allow the casserole to sit for 10 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb more of the liquid mixture.
Step 8
Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 9
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1157.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1617.2 |
| Total Fat 77.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol 744mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1515.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 171.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.8g | |
| Protein 71.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 335.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1286.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1399.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories