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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a luscious, make-ahead breakfast perfect for brunch or holiday mornings. Layers of French bread, tangy cream cheese, and juicy blueberries are soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, cream, and maple syrup, then baked until golden and set. A delightful combination of creamy, fruity, and sweet flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

French Toast Layers

  • 1 loaf (about 14 oz) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries

Custard Mixture

  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • â…“ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Finishing

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  2. Layer the Bread, Cream Cheese, and Blueberries: Place half of the French bread cubes evenly in the baking dish. Distribute the cream cheese cubes and blueberries evenly over this first bread layer. Then add the remaining bread cubes on top, creating a layered structure.
  3. Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Soak the Layers: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layered bread, cream cheese, and blueberries. Press down lightly on the bread to help it absorb the custard completely for a thorough soak.
  5. Refrigerate: Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. This resting time allows the bread to soak in the custard fully, enhancing the texture and flavor.
  6. Preheat Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even cooking.
  7. Add Butter and Bake Covered: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the top of the soaked casserole. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes to allow the custard to set gently without drying out.
  8. Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown on top and the center is fully set and no longer jiggly.
  9. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking to firm up slightly. Serve warm with optional powdered sugar, maple syrup, or blueberry compote for added sweetness and presentation.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen blueberries, but do not thaw them before adding to maintain texture and prevent excess moisture.
  • Serve with powdered sugar, additional maple syrup, or a blueberry compote for extra sweetness and flavor.
  • This casserole is ideal for making ahead the night before, making it perfect for stress-free brunch or holiday mornings.

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