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    Home » Recipes

    Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole

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    This Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole is the ultimate brunch recipe. All the amazing flavor of regular french toast in a delicious breakfast casserole. It’s also a great overnight option too!

    Syrup being poured on top of vegan french toast casserole.

    What if I told you there’s a way to make the whole family happy and Sunday mornings super restful? No, not money. But, the best vegan french toast casserole recipe you’ve ever tried.

    I’m wondering why we save recipes like this primarily for the holiday season. It just doesn’t seem right. Yes, it’s great for Mother’s Day and Christmas morning. But, we shouldn’t reserve peace on earth for one day a year. And, surely, we can show mom much gratitude beyond the month of May.

    The best part about this vegan french toast casserole recipe, apart from the fact it’s delicious, is the fact it’s dairy-free, eggless, and so freaking easy to throw together.

    You are going to love this amazing recipe. It’s the perfect way to start any morning not just holidays. So, if you’re ready let’s make it!

    Baking dish of vegan french toast casserole.

    Table of Contents

    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Vegan French Toast Casserole
    • How To Serve Vegan French Toast Casserole
    • Recipe Notes And Tips
    • Vegan French Toast Casserole FAQ
    • Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole

    Ingredients

    A super simple recipe made with common ingredients that come together in a matter of minutes. Just be sure and use the right bread…that’s the most important part of this recipe.

    Exact measurements and instructions found in the recipe card below.

    • Bread: You want to use a hearty and crusty loaf of bread. A day-old whole-grain, sourdough, or a french loaf works best.
    • Non-Dairy Milk: My favorites are homemade almond milk, oat milk, or cashew milk. But, your favorite storebought brand will work as well.
    • Maple Syrup: adds a sweetness to the custard that will cover the bread.
    • Vanilla: combined with the maple syrup and cinnamon it adds a depth of flavor that’s very nice and necessary…IMO.
    • Flax Egg: ground flaxseed is added to the wet ingredients and replaces the need for eggs.
    • Arrowroot Powder: this helps to thicken the custard. You can also use cornstarch or tapioca flour.
    • Cinnamon: such a warming spice and essential for the classic french toast flavor.
    • Baking Powder
    • Frozen Mixed Berries: feel free to use fresh berries if you like. I like frozen because they are cost-efficient and can be kept for a long time.
    Fruit and bread.

    How To Make Vegan French Toast Casserole

    This vegan french toast recipe will more than satisfy your desire for vegan french toast. It’s soft, crunchy, and just sweet enough.

    1. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper and place the cubed bread into the baking dish. (You may also use a nonstick baking dish or silicone baking dish as well)
    2. To a large bowl add the milk, maple syrup, vanilla, ground flaxseed, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and baking powder. Whisk until everything is well combined then set it aside to rest for 10 minutes. DON’T SKIP THIS STEP!
    3. Pour the custard mixture over the bread. Gently toss the bread with a wooden spoon or your hands until all the pieces are covered. Cover the dish with plastic wrap, place it in the fridge, and let it sit for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375˚F while the bread is soaking.
    4. Take the bread out of the fridge and discard the plastic wrap. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, place in the oven, and bake covered for 30 minutes. Then remove the cover, add the berries, and bake for 20 more minutes. 

    That’s it! The best vegan french toast bake and the ultimate brunch recipe.

    Spoon in baking dish with vegan french toast casserole.

    How To Serve Vegan French Toast Casserole

    My favorite side dishes to enjoy with this dish are Spicy Vegan Sausage, Tofu Bacon, or Tofu Scramble.

    But, it does just fine all on its own if you prefer. Serve it with warm maple syrup, vegan coconut whipped cream, chopped walnuts, and fresh fruit.

    Vegan french toast casserole.

    Recipe Notes And Tips

    • Day-old stale bread is a MUST for this recipe. If you only have fresh bread simply cut it up, lay the pieces on a baking sheet, and let the bread sit uncovered for a day or so. You want crusty bread similar to croutons but not quite as hard.
    • Cover leftovers with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Reheat for a couple of minutes in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy.
    • If you want a thicker consistency for the custard use 2 cups of full-fat coconut milk in place of regular non-dairy milk.
    French toast casserole on plate.

    Vegan French Toast Casserole FAQ

    What kind of bread is best for making vegan french toast casserole?

    Let me start by saying what “NOT” to use. Do not use any type of soft sandwich bread. The casserole will be all soggy and wet. The best bread for this vegan french toast bake is a day old loaf of rustic whole grain bread, french bread, or sourdough bread.

    How do I make french toast casserole without eggs?

    It’s actually very simple. The ground flaxseed, arrowroot powder, and baking powder replace the need for eggs and create that thick custard that’s poured over the bread. Another good option for replacing eggs in french toast is chickpea flour or silken tofu.

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    YES! Once you prepare it you can let it sit in the fridge overnight and pop it in the oven the next morning.

    Syrup on top of french toast casserole.

    You are going to love this easy vegan french toast casserole recipe. It’s…

    • Easy to make
    • Soft, crunchy, and sweet
    • Perfect for holidays like Christmas, Easter, and Mother’s Day
    • Healthy
    • SO Delicious!
    French toast casserole on plate with maple syrup.

    If you make this Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole I want to know. So, please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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    Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole

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    This Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole is the ultimate brunch recipe. All the amazing flavor of regular french toast in a delicious breakfast casserole.

    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Yield: 10 1x

    Ingredients

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    • 1 16-ounce day-old whole-grain, sourdough, or a french loaf of bread sliced and cut into 1-inch squares. DO NOT use regular loaf bread. It needs to be a hearty, crusty loaf.
    • 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond or non-dairy milk of choice
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 tsp. vanilla
    • 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
    • 2 Tbsp arrowroot powder (you can also use cornstarch or tapioca flour)
    • 2 tsp. cinnamon
    • 1 Tbsp baking powder
    • 1 12-ounce bag of frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)

    Instructions

    1. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper and place the cubed bread into the baking dish. (You may also use a nonstick baking dish or silicone baking dish as well)
    2. To a large bowl add the milk, maple syrup, vanilla, ground flaxseed, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and baking powder. Whisk until everything is well combined then set it aside and let it rest for 10 minutes. DON’T SKIP THIS STEP!
    3. Pour the custard mixture over the bread. Gently toss the bread with a wooden spoon or your hands until all the pieces are covered. Cover the dish with plastic wrap, place it in the fridge, and let it sit for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375˚F while the bread is soaking.
    4. Take the bread out of the fridge and discard the plastic wrap. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, place in the oven, and bake covered for 30 minutes. Then remove the cover, add the berries, and bake for 20 more minutes. 
    5. Serve with vegan whipped cream, warm maple syrup, chopped nuts, and fresh fruit.

    Equipment

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    Notes

    Day-old stale bread is a MUST for this recipe. If you only have fresh bread simply cut it up, lay the pieces on a baking sheet, and let the bread sit uncovered for a day or so. You want crusty bread similar to croutons but not quite as hard.

    Cover leftovers with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Reheat for a couple of minutes in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy.

    If you want a thicker consistency for the custard use 2 cups of full-fat coconut milk in place of regular non-dairy milk.

    • Author: Shane Martin
    • Prep Time: 10 mins.
    • Cook Time: 50 mins.
    • Category: Vegan Breakfast Recipes
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: Vegan
    • Diet: Vegan

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 207
    • Sugar: 13.5 g
    • Sodium: 265.1 mg
    • Fat: 3.2 g
    • Carbohydrates: 38.4 g
    • Fiber: 4.7 g
    • Protein: 7.2 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

    Keywords: vegan french toast casserole, vegan breakfast casserole, eggless french toast casserole, baked vegan french toast

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    Comments

    1. Dan

      August 14, 2022 at 9:16 am

      Shane,

      You have a serving at 207 calories. It would be more helpful if you put down calories for the whole recipe as we then could understand what we are actually consuming.

      Thanks,
      Dan

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        August 17, 2022 at 4:12 pm

        You are consuming 207 calories per serving. Do you plan on eating the whole thing?

        Reply
    2. Joanne Freund

      December 05, 2021 at 9:11 am

      Great recipe for entertaining – just be sure to make enough. I always keep a bag of cubed bread as well as a bag of mixed fruit in the freezer, so when my daughter comes to visit I can take out the bread the day before and be ready to make this! Saves a last minute trip to bakery for the best bread. I am in search of an eggnog french toast or french toast casserole recipe for xmas ( daughter’s request). I have found a couple, but was wondering if you have one up your sleeve? 😉

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Ellie

      August 15, 2021 at 12:59 pm

      This was wonderful. I halved the bread to make a smaller batch, but made the full custard mixture because I love the texture of bread pudding. I used frozen berries and put them in frozen and it turned out perfect. This is definitely a recipe I will make again and again and may experiment with other fruit. I’m thinking peaches would be great too. Thanks for a great recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        August 15, 2021 at 8:34 pm

        Ellie, thanks so much. I’m so glad you enjoyed it – it’s one of our faves.

        Reply
    4. Julie

      August 13, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      Does the bread your using have egg in it? My grandson is allergic to eggs. I do want to try looks great and easy to make

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        August 13, 2021 at 4:04 pm

        No. All of my recipes are completely plant-based and vegan.

        Reply
    5. Judy

      June 03, 2021 at 9:46 pm

      If you make it the night before, does the bread get really soggy by morning. I’m considering this for non-vegan company on Sunday but afraid to make something I haven’t made before.

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        June 04, 2021 at 10:21 am

        Hi, Judy! You can assemble it, but not bake it, the night before and let it sit in the fridge. Then, remove and bake the next morning. It’s actually best if done this way.

        ★★★★★

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    6. Pat

      May 16, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      My husband said that is a keeper! Five stars, or maybe SIX!

      ★★★★★

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      • Shane Martin

        June 04, 2021 at 10:22 am

        Thanks so much!!!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    7. Carla Flaim

      May 09, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      Good stuff! Was a big hit with my family who are not plant-based. Thanks Shane!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        June 04, 2021 at 10:22 am

        Awesome!!!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    8. Shane Martin

      April 27, 2021 at 11:20 am

      This Mixed Berry Vegan French Toast Casserole is the ultimate brunch recipe. All the amazing flavor of regular french toast in a delicious breakfast casserole. It’s also a great overnight option too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    9. Susan

      April 27, 2021 at 11:17 am

      Hi Shane,
      Can this be left in the fridge overnight and then baked in the morning, or will the bread be too soggy?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        April 27, 2021 at 4:45 pm

        Hi, Susan! This is a great recipe for letting sit overnight. So, store away:)

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    10. Barbra

      April 26, 2021 at 6:20 pm

      This looks delicious and a perfect use for my homemade sourdough bread. Question: Do the berries go in frozen or do you defrost them first?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        April 27, 2021 at 4:48 pm

        You can do either. I usually throw them in frozen, but fresh or defrosted work just as well.

        ★★★★★

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