Description
Experience the comforting delight of Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole, a perfect dish for brunch or special gatherings. This baked casserole combines layers of fluffy French toast, rich cream cheese, and sweet blueberries, creating a visually stunning and indulgent breakfast treat. With the ease of preparation and the option to make it ahead of time, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or leisurely weekends spent with family and friends. Drizzle it with warm maple syrup or serve it with fresh whipped cream for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large loaf French bread (about 8 cups)
- 8 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups half and half
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 18 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1/4 cup raw sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)
- For the Sauce: 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cube the French bread and place it in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half, sugar, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, stirring gently to coat.
- Add dollops of cream cheese and blueberries on top, pressing down slightly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown.
- To make the sauce, combine water, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened, then add blueberries and cook until they burst.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 160mg