Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole
A delightful breakfast casserole that combines the comforting flavors of French toast with juicy blueberries, perfect for brunch or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Butter (for greasing the casserole dish)
- Powdered sugar (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with butter.
- Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes and layer half of them in the bottom of the dish.
- Evenly scatter half of the blueberries over the bread layer.
- Add the remaining bread cubes on top of the blueberries.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries.
- Gently press down the bread with a fork or spatula to ensure it absorbs the custard fully.
- Let the casserole sit for about 15 minutes, or cover and refrigerate overnight for a more developed flavor.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the middle.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and enjoy!
Notes
For best flavor, let sit for at least 15 minutes before baking. Overnight refrigeration allows for deeper flavor infusion.