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Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Experience the delightful flavors of Blueberry French Toast Casserole, a make-ahead breakfast that combines classic French toast with juicy blueberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Milk for mixing
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Casserole Base
  • 1 loaf French Bread day-old
  • 2 cups Blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk recommended
  • 5 large Eggs for custard
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust based on preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup for drizzling
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for topping

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Butter a 10x14-inch baking dish and layer half of the cubed French bread.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the bread cubes, then top with the remaining bread cubes.
  4. Whisk together milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until combined. Pour over the bread layers.
  5. Gently press the bread down to absorb the custard, then sprinkle remaining blueberries on top.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Remove from refrigerator, and preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake covered for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until lightly browned on top.
  9. Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm with maple syrup or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for make-ahead breakfasts and can be customized with different fruits or bread types.

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