Description

I love this Easy Blueberry French Toast Casserole recipe that is bursting with juicy blueberries and a soft custard like mouth watering texture. Prepare this breakfast casserole the night before and then bake it in the morning. Perfect for a stress free morning to feed a crowd for breakfast or brunch at special occasions like Easter, Mother’s Day and the holiday season.

Ingredients

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1 loaf of French bread (12-16 ounces)
2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup light brown sugar (or less if you don’t want it too sweet)
6 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon butter, softened
2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen

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Instructions

Cut the loaf of bread into slices and cut each slice into thirds. Place the bread cubes on a baking sheet for at least 8 hours overnight so they dry out. If you do not have time to leave the bread out notes are listed below.
In a large bowl add the whole milk, heavy cream, light brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix for 2-3 minutes or until fully mixed. Set aside.
Butter a 9×13 baking dish on the bottom and the sides.
Transfer the stale bread to the baking dish.
Top the bread evenly with the blueberries.
Pour the egg custard over the bread and blueberries into the baking dish. Make sure all the bread pieces are coated.
Place the covered baking dish in the fridge for 3 to 24 hours.
Preheat the oven to 350° F and remove the baking dish from the fridge.
Place the baking dish in the oven for 45-55 minutes uncovered.
Place an aluminum tent on top of the baking dish if the top starts to get too brown.
Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Storage and reheating instructions:

You can store the leftovers once cooled in the fridge using an airtight container or covering with foil or plastic wrap for up to 3 days.

You can also freeze this dish without baking it. Using a freezer-safe container you can freeze it for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before baking according to the directions.

To reheat: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake until heated through.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Inactive Time: 11 hours
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Oven Baked
Cuisine: American