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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe

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This Delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. Featuring day-old French bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, half and half, and cinnamon, layered with creamy cubes of cream cheese and fresh blueberries, this casserole bakes to a golden perfection. Topped off with a homemade blueberry sauce, this recipe combines sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors that will delight your family and guests.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 large loaf French bread, about 8 cups cubed (day old is best)
  • 8 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups half and half
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen blueberries tossed in 1 tablespoon flour
  • 18 oz package cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup raw sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)

For the Blueberry Sauce

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Prepare Bread: Cut the French bread into cubes and evenly spread them in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. Make Custard Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine Custard and Bread: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish and gently stir to ensure all bread pieces are coated.
  5. Add Cream Cheese and Blueberries: Dollop the cream cheese cubes and distribute the blueberries evenly on top of the bread mixture, then press them down slightly to nestle into the custard-soaked bread.
  6. Refrigerate: Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. This allows the bread to absorb the custard flavors fully.
  7. Bake: Remove the cover and bake the casserole uncovered for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  8. Prepare Blueberry Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, and cornstarch. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens into a sauce.
  9. Add Blueberries to Sauce: Stir in the blueberries and cook until they burst, releasing their juices, creating a fresh blueberry sauce to serve over the casserole.

Notes

  • Using day-old bread allows it to better absorb the custard, resulting in a creamier texture.
  • You can substitute half and half with whole milk for a lighter version, although the casserole may be less rich.
  • For a crunchier top, sprinkle the optional raw sugar evenly before baking.
  • If using frozen blueberries, toss them with a tablespoon of flour to prevent them from bleeding too much color into the custard.
  • Make the casserole a day ahead to save time on the day of serving.
  • The blueberry sauce can be kept warm and served alongside, or refrigerated and reheated gently.

Keywords: Blueberry French Toast Casserole, Cream Cheese French Toast, Breakfast Casserole, Blueberry Breakfast Recipes, Make Ahead Breakfast

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