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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy a delightful Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole, perfect for cozy mornings.
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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: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 cups Cubed French Bread or Brioche Consider challah for a twist.
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Be cautious of moisture if using frozen.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Non-dairy option available.
  • 6 large Eggs Egg replacers can be used for plant-based.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Almond or oat milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream as non-dairy substitute.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider coconut sugar for health.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 2 tsps Vanilla Extract Almond extract for a unique twist.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg for a cozy alternative.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can swap with cocoa powder.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Coconut whipped cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Homemade Blueberry Sauce Enhances the dish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Add half of the cubed French bread or brioche to the baking dish.
  3. Scatter half of the blueberries over the bread, followed by half of the cream cheese cubes.
  4. Add the remaining bread cubes, then top with the rest of the blueberries and cream cheese.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Pour the custard mixture over the layered ingredients, pressing down gently for saturation. Soak for 30 minutes or overnight.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, soak overnight. Use hearty bread for best results.

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