Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast
A delightful blueberry cream cheese French toast casserole, perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch with layers of bread, cream cheese, and fresh blueberries baked to golden perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, casserole
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 320 kcal
1 9x13-inch baking dish
1 mixing bowl
1 whisk
- 1 loaf bread cubed
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Spread half of the bread cubes evenly in the dish.
Dot with softened cream cheese and sprinkle blueberries over the bread.
Layer the remaining bread cubes on top.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the casserole is golden and set.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
- Can be prepared the day before to save time in the morning.
- Adjust sugar amount based on your taste preference.