Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole
A delightful and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches, featuring soft French toast with fresh blueberries.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread Use stale bread for better texture.
- 2 cups fresh blueberries Can swap for other fruits if preferred.
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk Substitute with dairy-free milk for a dairy-free option.
- 1/2 cup maple syrup Adjust to taste for sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for serving Optional but adds sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cut the French bread into cubes and place half of the bread into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the blueberries over the bread cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread and blueberries.
- Add the remaining bread cubes and top with the rest of the blueberries.
- Pour the remaining egg mixture over everything, pressing down lightly to soak the bread.
- Allow to sit for about 15-20 minutes to absorb.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Can be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving. Pairs well with bacon or sausage and a glass of orange juice or coffee.