High-protein triple berry bake
🍓 Description
This dish is a warm, slightly sweet baked casserole packed with raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. It has a soft, custardy base with lightly toasted bread pieces on top, giving it a mix of creamy and crisp textures. It’s great for breakfast, brunch, or even a healthier dessert.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
- 2 cups bread cubes (preferably slightly stale)
- 1 cup milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (for protein boost)
- 2 large eggs
- 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: protein powder (1 scoop, vanilla works well)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a baking dish.
- Spread bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- Add berries on top and gently mix.
- In a bowl, whisk milk, yogurt, eggs, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour mixture over bread and berries.
- Let it soak for 5–10 minutes.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use frozen berries?
Yes, just don’t thaw them fully—add directly to avoid excess liquid.
Q: How do I make it higher in protein?
Add a scoop of protein powder or use high-protein bread and extra Greek yogurt.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Absolutely—use plant-based milk and yogurt.
Q: Is this sweet or savory?
It’s mildly sweet, but you can reduce sweetener for a more neutral flavor.
Q: How should I store it?
Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Q: Can I prep it ahead?
Yes! Assemble it the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning.