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Delicious Blueberry French Toast Casserole with fresh blueberries

Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole

This delightful casserole combines layers of fluffy bread and juicy blueberries enveloped in a luscious custard-like mixture, making it an easy, make-ahead breakfast option for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 335
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 slices slices of bread (day-old or slightly stale) Brioche, challah, or whole grain can be used for a unique twist.
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Thawed frozen blueberries can be used if fresh are unavailable.
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk Whole or 2% milk.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon butter For greasing the baking dish.
  • to taste powdered sugar For serving (optional).

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Cut the bread into 1 to 1.5-inch cubes.
  3. Layer half of the bread cubes in the greased dish, then sprinkle half of the blueberries over them.
  4. Add the remaining bread cubes on top, followed by the rest of the blueberries.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure everything is coated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight.
Baking
  1. Uncover and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
  2. Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
  3. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 13gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

To maintain leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 to 15 minutes or until warmed through.

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