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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a delightful breakfast bake featuring layers of cubed French bread or brioche, fresh blueberries, and creamy cream cheese cubes soaked in a sweet cinnamon-vanilla custard. Baked to golden perfection and dusted with powdered sugar, it offers a rich, comforting start to your day with bursts of fruity and creamy flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed French bread or brioche (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese, cut into small cubes

Custard Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For Serving

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick during baking.
  2. Layer the Ingredients: Spread half of the cubed bread evenly in the dish. Scatter half of the blueberries and half of the cream cheese cubes over the bread. Repeat this layering process with the remaining bread, blueberries, and cream cheese cubes.
  3. Mix the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Soak the Bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layered bread and fruit. Let the casserole soak for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate overnight for a more infused flavor and better texture.
  5. Preheat the Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Bake Covered: Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes. This helps the custard set without drying out the top.
  7. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes until the casserole is golden brown and fully set in the center.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow it to firm up. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm for the best experience.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add lemon zest to the custard mixture for a bright, citrusy note.
  • Use challah or buttery brioche bread to create a richer, more decadent casserole.
  • Serve with maple syrup or a homemade blueberry sauce to enhance the sweetness and fruitiness.

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Find it online: https://savorytablerecipes.com/blueberry-cream-cheese-french-toast-casserole-recipe/