Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe
Wake up to this Blueberry French Toast Casserole – a sweet and satisfying way to start your day! 🫐🍞 Perfect for family brunch. 💙✨
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of challah brioche, or French bread (about 12 cups cubed)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Powdered sugar for garnish optional
Instructions
1. Prepare the Bread
- Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and let it sit out for a few hours to become slightly stale.
2. Make the Custard Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
3. Assemble the Casserole
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Sprinkle the blueberries over the top, pressing some lightly into the bread.
4. Let it Rest
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
5. Bake to Perfection
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the casserole for a caramelized finish.
- Bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.
6. Garnish and Serve
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.