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Unbelievable Blueberry French Toast Casserole

A delightful and simple dish perfect for breakfast or brunch, combining the flavors of French toast and fresh blueberries in an easy-to-make casserole.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf loaf of French bread, cubed Consider using day-old bread for better absorption.
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries You can use frozen blueberries, thawed and drained.
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can be adjusted to taste for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Butter for greasing
  • Powdered sugar for garnish (optional) Adds a nice touch before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Place the cubed French bread in the greased dish and sprinkle the blueberries on top.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries.
  4. Press down gently on the bread to ensure it's soaked in the egg mixture.
  5. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or cover and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavors.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  2. Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your Blueberry French Toast Casserole!

Notes

Serve warm with extra fresh blueberries, maple syrup, or whipped cream. Pairs well with coffee or orange juice. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated as needed.