Get ready to transform your breakfast from ordinary to extraordinary with the most mind-blowing Blueberry French Toast Casserole you'll ever taste! Imagine waking up to a heavenly aroma of cinnamon-kissed bread, bursting blueberries, and a custardy texture that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This isn't just another breakfast recipe - it's a morning miracle that will have your family begging for seconds and your weekend brunch guests totally impressed!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of challah bread, cubed
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cut the challah bread into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking.
- Spread half of the bread cubes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a first layer.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of fresh blueberries over the first layer of bread cubes, distributing them evenly.
- Add the remaining bread cubes on top of the blueberries to create a second layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until completely smooth and well combined.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all bread is saturated and the liquid is evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of blueberries on top of the casserole.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow bread to absorb the custard.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) about 30 minutes before you plan to bake.
- Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving and garnish with additional fresh blueberries if desired.
Tips
- • Use day-old challah bread for the best texture and absorption of the custard mixture • Ensure you refrigerate the casserole for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow bread to soak up all the delicious flavors • For extra richness, you can substitute some milk with heavy cream • Make sure to let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking to help it set • Choose fresh, plump blueberries for the most intense flavor and juiciest results • If you want to prep ahead, you can assemble the casserole the night before and bake in the morning • Don't skip dusting with powdered sugar - it adds a beautiful finishing touch and extra sweetness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 185mg
