Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a comforting and indulgent breakfast or brunch dish made with fluffy French bread, juicy blueberries, and a rich custard. It’s easy to prepare ahead and perfect for a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into cubes
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Arrange the cubed French bread evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the blueberries over the bread cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries, making sure all the bread is soaked. Press the bread down gently to ensure it absorbs the custard.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the bread to soak up the custard.
- When ready to bake, remove the casserole from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the casserole and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve with extra maple syrup on the side.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If fresh blueberries aren’t available, frozen blueberries work just as well.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
- To store leftovers, keep the casserole covered in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- This dish can be customized with other fruits such as raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries.