Breakfast ideas: Indulgent Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Enjoy a delicious and indulgent breakfast with this Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole, perfect for weekends or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf bread, preferably brioche or challah
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cube the bread and place half in a greased baking dish. Top with blueberries and remaining bread cubes.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread, ensuring it’s all soaked. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Serve with additional maple syrup.
Notes
- Great to prepare the night before for an easy morning.
- Can substitute other fruits like strawberries or raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
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