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Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole for Lazy Mornings

Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a delightful, make-ahead breakfast that combines creamy layers of cheese and sweet blueberries, perfect for lazy weekends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Philadelphia Cream Cheese preferred
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best results
For the Casserole
  • 6 cups French Bread Day-old bread is best for absorption
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Any milk works, but whole adds richness
  • 6 large Eggs Standard large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Add according to taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Add according to taste preference
For the Blueberries
  • 2 cups Blueberries Can substitute with raspberries or strawberries

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 10x14-inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 2 cups of whole milk until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 2 cups of fresh blueberries.
  2. Layer 6 cups of cubed day-old French bread in a greased 10x14-inch baking dish.
  3. Spread the cream cheese and blueberry mixture evenly over the cubed bread.
  4. Top the casserole with an additional layer of cubed French bread, pressing down gently.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups of whole milk, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered bread.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of blueberries over the top.
  7. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator 30 to 60 minutes before baking and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes.
  10. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving with maple syrup or powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use day-old French bread and don't skip the overnight refrigeration step.

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