Description
Indulge in a delightful breakfast experience with our Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole. This easy-to-make dish combines layers of fluffy French bread and sweet blueberries, all soaked in a creamy egg custard overnight. Perfect for busy mornings or special occasions, this casserole is not only delicious but also convenient, allowing you to prepare it the night before. When baked, it transforms into a warm, gooey delight that will impress your family and guests alike. Serve with fresh fruits, syrup, or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether it’s a cozy Sunday brunch or festive holiday gathering, this recipe elevates any breakfast table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 loaves French bread (cubed)
- 2 cups blueberries (divided)
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Layer half of the cubed bread in a baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup blueberries and dollop half of the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Repeat layers with remaining bread, blueberries, and cream cheese mixture.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon powder, nutmeg, and remaining vanilla extract. Pour over layered ingredients.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for about 75 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg