Coconut and Berry French Toast Bake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (12-ounce) loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 (12-ounce) can condensed coconut milk
• 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
• 6 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 cup mixed berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries)

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
3. Add the bread cubes and stir to coat.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. Sprinkle with pecans (if desired) and berries.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set and golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 125mg
• Sodium: 250mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and flavorful
• Soft and tender
• Topped with crunchy pecans and juicy berries
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "This French toast bake was absolutely delicious! The coconut and berry flavors were a perfect combination."
• "It was so easy to make and came out perfectly golden brown."
• "I love that it's a make-ahead breakfast that I can just pop in the oven in the morning."
• "The pecans added a nice crunch and the berries were a refreshing touch."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have evaporated milk, you can substitute it with 1 cup of regular milk and 1/2 cup of water.
• For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and egg replacer.
• To prevent the bread from getting soggy, don't over-soak it in the milk mixture.
• You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or honey to taste.