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Sep 13, 2018 By Jessica Beacom

Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole

Dairy-Free
Gluten-free
Nut-free
Vegetarian
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Pull a chair up to the table because you don’t want to miss this Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole!

This post was created in collaboration with our friends at FeedFeed and Driscoll’s.

Overhead view of a serving of Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole drizzled with maple syrup and surrounded by fresh raspberries.

Will everyone just please sit down?

Now that my daughters are older and more self-sufficient they’ve come to rely on me less in the morning to get breakfast. Which, I suppose, is a good thing in many ways, but a lot of times it results in total chaos and less than ideal food choices (think giant bowls of cereal and puddles of milk on the counter and floor or gluten-free toast sagging under the weight of too much honey or jam).

I ask them to please sit down not because I want to micromanage them (though I do want to keep them from smearing oatmeal everywhere), but rather, I want to have just a few minutes to connect with them before I send them out into the big world and then off to after-school activities.

If you’re a parent then you know it’s not easy to get everyone to the table in the morning. And you can only ask so many times before you’re hoarse and you drive yourself crazy so you’ve got to make them want to come to the table when you ask.

White souffle dish filled with Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole.

Lately, at our house, the secret to 100% compliance to this request to sit and enjoy breakfast together has been this Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole. My kids don’t know that my ulterior motive for putting such deliciousness on the table is to hang out with them and connect, so let’s just keep that between us, okay?

 

Overhead view of Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole with a spoon in the dish and a big scoop missing.

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A winner every time

Sitting somewhere between bread pudding and classic French toast, this Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole is a busy person’s dream. Not only is it warm, hearty, comforting, and satisfying, it can be prepped the night before so all you have to do is combine the bread, the berries and the egg custard mixture then pop it into the Instant Pot to cook while you do more important things. Like round up missing shoes, overdue library books, permission slips that need signing…you get it.

Oh, and here’s a bonus: It’s a great way to use up leftover bits of bread. My kids are apparently allergic to the heels of the bread and somehow there’s always one more bun than there are burgers on burger night, so I just toss those bits into a bag in the freezer to add to the next batch of Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole and everyone wins.

So berry good

Aside from being easy to prepare and kid-friendly (and mom-approved), what makes this dish so popular at our house is the berries. For us, it’s always Driscoll’s organic raspberries because I know that when I reach for them at the store that I’m getting the finest berries and here’s why:

Each Driscoll’s berry begins with natural breeding through cross-pollination (not genetic modification), a technique that has been used for thousands of years by breeders worldwide. Driscoll’s Research and Development teams pick out the elite parent plants and match the best berries to create even better offspring. Each year they review thousands of seedlings to identify varieties that live up to their name. Five to seven years later only a handful of the sweetest and juiciest varieties make the cut – it’s not the fastest way but it’s the surest way to ensure you get the finest berries.

Cutting board with bread cubes, a dozen eggs and a bowl of raspberries on a table.

And let’s not forget about nutrients here. One cup of raspberries offers up 7 grams of fiber, a host of phytonutrients including quercitin and galic acid which have been shown to play a role in heart health and the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, obesity and age-related decline. And they’re low in sugar, clocking in at just 4 grams per cup.

Overhead view of Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole with a small jar of pure maple syrup.

Not just for weekdays

Even though this Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole is easy enough for busy weekdays, it’s also perfect for weekends when you want to slow down and savor life. I’ve served this dish for brunch with friends, made it as part of a weekend meal prep (so it’s just reheat and eat when you’re ready) and I’ve made it for new mama friends and friends returning home from a hospital stay. It’s honestly such a great way to share the love because it looks fancy and fussy but as you already know, it’s quick and easy to put together – and it’s always delicious!

Hand pouring pure maple syrup onto a serving of Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole in a white bowl.

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Instant Pot Raspberry French Toast Casserole

  • Author: Jessica Beacom
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 16-18 min
  • Total Time: 31-33 min
  • Yield: Serves 5-6 1x
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★★★ 2.5 from 2 reviews

Ingredients

  • 4 cups stale or toasted gluten-free bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 ounces organic raspberries, rinsed and patted dry
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ¼ cup milk or non-dairy milk of choice
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ tsp. ground cardamom (optional)
  • 2 tsp. organic cane sugar or coconut sugar
  • Butter or coconut oil
  • Maple syrup for serving
  • Optional: Vanilla yogurt, whipped cream or non-dairy whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Place the stainless steel inner pot into the Instant Pot and add 2 cups of water to it. Select the ‘Saute’ feature. This will start to warm the water inside the pot to help decrease the amount of time it takes for the Instant Pot to come up to pressure once you’re ready to cook.
  2. Place the handled rack insert into the inner pot.
  3. Grease a 1 ½ – 2 quart round baking dish (a souffle dish or springform pan less than 8 inches in diameter is ideal for this) that will fit into the inner pot of the Instant Pot.
  4. To the dish, add bread cubes and raspberries. Toss gently to combine.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and cardamom (if using). Pour over bread and raspberries in the baking dish. Use a spoon to gently press bread-egg mixture into the pan to ensure the liquid mixture penetrates the bread. Allow it to rest 3-4 minutes.
  6. Select ‘Off/Cancel’ on the Instant Pot. Cover top of baking dish with foil. Use additional foil to fashion a strap or handle which will run under and up along the sides of the baking dish to make it easier to remove the dish from the Instant Pot later.
  7. Gently lower the dish by the foil handles onto the rack in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
  8. Secure Instant Pot lid in place and flip pressure valve to ‘Sealing’ position.
  9. Select the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ function and adjust cooking time to 17 minutes (I use 19 minutes because I live at 5500 feet above sea level)
  10. When cooking time is up, use quick release to release the pressure.
  11. Turn broiler to High and place oven rack 6-8 inches below broiler element.
  12. Remove baking dish from Instant Pot using foil handles. Carefully remove foil covering and sprinkle casserole with sugar. Place under broiler for 2-3 minutes or until top is nicely browned.
  13. Serve with additional berries, maple syrup, and yogurt or whipped cream/topping, if desired.

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About Jessica Beacom

Jessica is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist living in Boulder, CO with her hubby and two daughters. She's been described as a 'real food evangelist' and loves sharing her knowledge with others to help them break free of the diet mentality and find their own food freedom. In her spare time she enjoys CrossFit, telemark skiing, mountain biking, teaching herself how to play the banjo and camping out under the stars.

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  1. Claire says

    September 19, 2018 at 12:21 pm

    Mine ended up watery and undercooked.

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    • Jessica Beacom says

      September 21, 2018 at 11:50 am

      Hi Claire,

      I’m sorry to hear that yours ended up watery and undercooked. If you care to share more details (type of milk, size of eggs, cooking time, etc). I’d be happy to help you troubleshoot this with you.

      Reply
  2. Karen Murray says

    September 29, 2018 at 7:42 am

    Can this be made in oven or crock pot. I do not have an instant pot

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    • Stacie Hassing says

      October 1, 2018 at 4:52 pm

      Hi Karen, this recipe has not been tested in a slow cooker but as soon as we give it a try, we will be sure to update the recipe with slow cooker instructions. Thanks!

      Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      October 1, 2018 at 5:08 pm

      Hi Karen,

      Yes, you could make this in a slow cooker. I am unsure of the time needed to cook as I’ve not tried it that way. However, from a quick Google search I found several recipes that called for the bread and egg custard mixture to be added directly to the slow cooker insert (vs. in a dish inside the insert) and those indicate the cooking time to be 4 hours on low and 2 hours on high (give or take of course depending on your slow cooker, the amount of bread/egg mixture, etc.)

      Reply
  3. Radiant Holistics says

    October 8, 2018 at 1:57 am

    Hey, nice work. Thanks a lot for sharing. Keep up with the good work

    Reply
  4. Alyssa says

    October 17, 2018 at 6:30 am

    This looks great. Is there a non instapot method?

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    • Jessica Beacom says

      October 18, 2018 at 5:28 pm

      Thanks, Alyssa!

      You can bake the casserole in a 350F oven for 35-45 minutes or until cooked through (covering with foil as needed to prevent it from getting too dark). Baking time will depend on the size of the baking dish – a larger, shallower dish will bake faster than a smaller, deeper one.

      Reply
  5. Ashley says

    November 17, 2018 at 6:36 pm

    Any way to prep this dish without an instapot?

    Reply
    • Stacie Hassing says

      November 18, 2018 at 8:06 am

      Hi Ashely! We have a slow cooker French Toast Casserole in our newest eBook. Here is the link to grab a copy…. https://therealfoodrds.com/newsletter-sign-up/

      Reply
  6. YSH says

    February 16, 2019 at 3:38 am

    How would this be done in the oven or crock pot?

    Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      February 16, 2019 at 3:40 pm

      Yes, you can make this in the oven by baking in a 350F preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. I would, however, recommend using a larger pan (say, 7×11 or 9×13) so that it cooks faster.

      Reply
  7. Allison says

    April 20, 2019 at 5:10 pm

    Can you use a Pyrex bowl instead of a ceramic baking bowl? Would you need to adjust time?

    Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      April 22, 2019 at 4:35 pm

      Yes, you can use a Pyrex bowl and no, you would not need to adjust the cooking time.

      Reply
  8. Carlee in Seattle says

    June 30, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    OUTRAGEOUSLY good! Next time I would cook at least two minutes longer, but this bread-pudding cousin is a real winner!
    Thanks!

    ★★★★

    Reply
  9. Corinna says

    December 14, 2019 at 12:14 am

    Is it possible to make this recipe without the foil? Or do you have any recommendations for an alternative to the foil?

    Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      December 15, 2019 at 7:14 am

      Hi Corinna,

      You do need to cover the top of the dish with something or otherwise, you’ll have a lot of water in the dish from the steam in the Instant Pot. If you had a small glass plate that fit inside the Instant Pot you could lay that over the top of the dish in place of the foil.

      Reply
  10. james says

    March 22, 2020 at 2:35 pm

    How can you use a spring form pan if the batter in thin and consists of milk, eggs, and vanilla extract? It just leaks out

    Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      March 24, 2020 at 4:54 pm

      Hi James,

      I haven’t had that happen with my Springform pan. Check to be sure the pan edges seal well around the base. If it still leaks you can try wrapping the bottom with a double layer of heavy-duty foil so that the edges of the foil come up to the top of the pan’s side. If that still doesn’t work, an inexpensive 8-inch ceramic souffle dish may be your best bet.

      Reply
  11. Emily says

    September 3, 2020 at 9:57 pm

    Hi! Could this recipe be made by baking it in the oven instead of using the instant pot? Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Jessica Beacom says

      September 7, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      This recipe (which is almost the exSlow Cooker French Toast Casserolether a slow cooker or the oven

      Reply

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