This tres leches French toast casserole has all the rich flavor of the classic dessert, but in the form of a sweet breakfast bake. Perfect for any special occasion brunch, but easy enough to make just because!
Heat the oven to 350°F and spray a 2 quart pan with cooking spray.
Cut bread into 1 inch thick slices.
Combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, vanilla and salt together in a bowl. Reserve ½ cup of the mixture for later. Beat the eggs and add them to the big bowl of sauce, not to the reserved ½ cup.
Layer the challah bread in the pan and pour the egg mixture over the bread, making sure to cover all the bread.
Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until lightly browned and the eggs are completely cooked.
Serve the french toast with the remaining milk, blueberries and strawberries.
Notes
You can assemble this tres leches French toast casserole the night before, but be sure to use stale bread or dry it out first. This will keep it from getting too soggy in the refrigerator.
Storage: Cover the casserole dish tightly or transfer leftovers to an airtight container. Store tres leches French toast in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350ºF oven until it’s warmed through.