Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe
A delicious and easy-to-make Blueberry French Toast Casserole featuring sourdough bread soaked in a sweet cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture, layered with fresh blueberries, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf sourdough or French bread
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cut bread slices into cubes, approximately enough to fill 6 heaping cups to ensure the casserole has a hearty texture.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, honey, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cinnamon until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the cubed bread into the dish, pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, and toss gently to ensure that all bread pieces are thoroughly moistened. Sprinkle fresh blueberries evenly throughout the dish. Let the mixture set for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or cover and refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 50-60 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the bread is golden brown on top, indicating it is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to let it firm up slightly and make serving easier.
Notes
- You can prepare this casserole the night before by assembling it and refrigerating overnight to save time in the morning.
- Fresh blueberries add the best flavor, but frozen can be substituted if thawed and drained.
- If you prefer a richer dish, substitute full-fat milk or add a splash of cream.
- For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking.
- This casserole pairs well with maple syrup or powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
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