Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a delightful breakfast dish that combines the comforting flavors of French toast with the tart sweetness of blueberries. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a cozy morning gathering, this casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked fresh for an easy, delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into cubes
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 8 eggs
- 1 cup milk whole or your choice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and place half of the bread cubes in an even layer in the dish.
- Sprinkle a layer of blueberries over the bread cubes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour half of the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries before adding the remaining bread cubes.
- Add another layer of blueberries and pour the remaining egg mixture over the top evenly.
- Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving warm, optionally with a drizzle of maple syrup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg