Ingredients

  • 4 cups any combination of mixed berries (I used strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamon
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
  • 1/2 loaf challah bread
  • whipped cream, optional

Method

  • Hull and slice the strawberries. Add all mixed berries to a large saucepan, reserving a few of the berries for garnish. Add the sugar, ground cardamon, and water. Simmer over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Slice the bread into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Line a 9.5 inch circular pan with plastic wrap. Ladle some of the berry mixture to cover the bottom of the pan, about 1/2 a cup. Add a layer of sliced bread, tearing to fit as needed. Sprinkle the top with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon sugar. Ladle approximately half of the berry mixture overtop and then repeat the layering process one more time: sliced bread, cinnamon sugar, and the remainder of berry sauce. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • When ready to serve remove the plastic from the top and invert the pan onto a plate. Gently lift the pan and remove the plastic. Serve with whipped cream and extra berries, if desired.