Description
A delightful casserole with buttery bread, creamy custard, and fresh blueberries, perfect for family brunches and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf thick-cut bread (such as challah or brioche), cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen)
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Cut your bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the custard: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Combine with blueberries: Toss fresh blueberries into the custard mixture, then pour over the bread cubes, pressing lightly.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator overnight.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Garnish & serve: Let it rest, then serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Ensure bread is fresh for the best texture. You can substitute ingredients based on availability.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: blueberry french toast, casserole, breakfast, brunch, family recipe