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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe

Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe Magic

This Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe is a delicious make-ahead brunch option with creamy cheese and fresh blueberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 cups Cubed French Bread or Brioche
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese non-dairy option for plant-based
  • 6 Eggs or egg substitutes for vegan version
  • 2 cups Whole Milk plant-based milk can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream replace with more milk for lighter version
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar can be used
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract for a twist
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon or other spices like nutmeg
For Serving
  • powdered sugar Powdered Sugar for dusting before serving
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon or Sausage Links optional pairing
  • Fresh Fruit Salad or Yogurt to balance richness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Layer Ingredients: Spread half of the cubed bread, followed by blueberries and cream cheese. Repeat layers.
  3. Make Custard: Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  4. Assemble Casserole: Pour custard evenly over layers, pressing down lightly.
  5. Soaking Time: Cover and let soak for 30 minutes at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
  6. Bake: Remove cover and bake for 30 minutes covered with foil, then an additional 25-30 minutes uncovered.
  7. Cool: Let cool for 10 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is customizable with different fruits and flavors. Opt for sturdier bread varieties for best results.

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