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Hasselback French Toast

Deliciously Soft Hasselback French Toast with Blueberries

This Hasselback French Toast features a crusty baguette with juicy blueberries, striking the perfect balance of textures for an extraordinary breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baguette
  • 1 loaf Baguette Best if 1-2 days old
For the Custard Mixture
  • 1.5-2 cups Milk Dairy or non-dairy option
  • 3-4 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed mixture for vegan
  • 3 tablespoons Sugar Can be reduced or replaced with maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla recommended
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional nutmeg for additional flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional based on preference
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Filling
  • 0.75 cup Blueberries Substitute with other berries if desired
For Serving
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting
  • Maple Syrup For drizzling

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  2. Cut the stale baguette into four quarters and create 1-inch slices without cutting all the way through.
  3. Whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  4. Soak the sliced baguette in the custard mixture for about 5 minutes, ensuring it absorbs well.
  5. Stuff the soaked baguette with blueberries, placing them into the cuts.
  6. Pour remaining custard over the stuffed baguette to add moisture.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Using a stale baguette ensures the perfect texture. You can also substitute blueberries with diced peaches or chocolate chips for variation.

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