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Delicious Blueberry French Toast Casserole served on a plate

Blueberry French Toast Casserole

A fuss-free brunch casserole combining day-old French bread and blueberries in a delicious, custardy bake that's perfect for weekend mornings or feeding a crowd.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf French bread, cubed (day-old is best)
  • 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen (no need to thaw if using frozen)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cups sugar (use a bit less for less sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Butter, for greasing the baking dish
  • Powdered sugar, for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Spread half of the cubed French bread evenly in the prepared dish. Scatter half of the blueberries over the bread. Add the remaining bread, then top with the rest of the blueberries.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread and berries. Press the bread gently so it soaks up the liquid.
  5. Let the casserole sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes. For best texture, cover and refrigerate overnight.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the custard is set in the center and the top is golden brown.
  2. Allow it to cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat individual slices in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8 to 12 minutes or microwave briefly in 20 to 30 second bursts. Wrap portions tightly in plastic wrap and foil and freeze for up to 2 months.

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