Imagine waking up to a heavenly aroma of cinnamon and sweet raspberries, with a breakfast so decadent yet surprisingly healthy that it feels like you're cheating on your diet! This Raspberry Vegan Crescent French Toast Casserole is about to revolutionize your morning routine, transforming ordinary breakfast into an extraordinary culinary experience that will have your taste buds dancing and your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package of vegan crescent roll dough
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup silken tofu
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your casserole bakes evenly and comes out perfectly fluffy.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond milk, silken tofu, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk or an immersion blender to blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and a pinch of salt. This will enhance the flavor of your casserole.
- Open the package of vegan crescent roll dough and gently unroll it. Instead of separating it into triangles, tear the dough into bite-sized pieces and place them into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Evenly distribute the raspberries over the torn pieces of crescent dough in the baking dish. Make sure to spread them out for even flavor in every bite.
- Pour the almond milk and tofu mixture over the crescent dough and raspberries, ensuring that all the pieces are well coated. Gently press down on the dough with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture evenly over the top of the casserole. This will add a lovely spiced aroma and flavor as it bakes.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes covered, allowing the casserole to set.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This will help it set further and make it easier to slice.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzling with extra maple syrup or topping with additional fresh raspberries for a delightful presentation.
Tips
- Make sure your silken tofu is at room temperature for smoother blending and better texture.
- Use fresh, ripe raspberries for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness.
- For extra richness, you can substitute part of the almond milk with coconut milk.
- Don't overmix the tofu and milk mixture - gentle blending keeps the texture light and fluffy.
- If you want a crispier top, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes after baking (watch carefully to prevent burning).
- Prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning for an easy breakfast.
- Experiment with different berries like blueberries or strawberries for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
