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Overnight Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Overnight Blueberry French Toast casserole is a delightful make-ahead breakfast dish perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches. Featuring layers of day-old bread, creamy cream cheese cubes, and fresh blueberries soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup, then baked to golden perfection. It offers a perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and sweet flavors in a warm, comforting dish.

Ingredients

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French Toast Casserole

  • 12 slices day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Custard Mixture

  • 12 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • â…“ cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Casserole: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving later.
  2. Layer the Bread and Cream Cheese: Arrange half of the bread cubes evenly in the baking dish and evenly distribute the cream cheese cubes over the bread.
  3. Add Blueberries and Top with Bread: Sprinkle fresh blueberries over the cream cheese layer, then cover with the remaining bread cubes to form the top layer.
  4. Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  5. Pour Custard: Evenly pour the custard mixture over the layered bread, cream cheese, and blueberries, ensuring it soaks into all the bread pieces.
  6. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard fully, creating a rich and tender texture.
  7. Remove from Refrigerator: Take the dish out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking to come to room temperature, helping it bake more evenly.
  8. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  9. Bake Covered: Cover the casserole and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to set the custard and warm through.
  10. Uncover and Continue Baking: Remove the cover and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes until the top is lightly browned and the center is firm to the touch.
  11. Cool Slightly: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier.
  12. Serve Warm: Serve the casserole warm with optional toppings such as additional maple syrup or whipped cream for extra sweetness and flair.

Notes

  • Using day-old bread helps it absorb the custard better without becoming too soggy.
  • You can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a different creaminess.
  • If fresh blueberries are unavailable, frozen blueberries can be used; just thaw and drain excess moisture before using.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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