Name: Blueberry French Toast Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 75 min
Ingredients: 1 loaf thick sliced bread (, such as Texas Toast, 675 gram size); 9 eggs; ½ cup brown sugar; 2 cups milk; ½ cup heavy cream; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 cup frozen blueberries (or fresh); ¼ package cream cheese; ⅓ cup brown sugar; ⅓ cup flour; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ cup butter

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A quick and easy weekend breakfast idea is right here! This Blueberry French Toast Bake can be assembled in about 15 minutes, and while it’s baking take time to enjoy a coffee and read a book, or catch up with weekend guests.

Made with classic French toast ingredients, this breakfast casserole adds some blueberries and cream cheese for a delicious twist. It’s an irresistible combination of flavors that the whole family will love.

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Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

I love this recipe because it can be make on the spot, or assembled the night before and refrigerated. Either way, this is a yummy way for everyone to wake up!

Even the most novice baker or cook will love this recipe because it is so easy to follow and simple to make!

Mix the ingredients together and pop it in the oven – its that easy! There’s plenty of time to make other brunch dishes, or simply take some time for yourself!

What Goes In A French Toast Casserole?

Bread – while this recipe calls for thick cut, Texas style bread, any bread will work. If it is quite a bit more dense, such as a ciabatta, brioche or even sourdough, add 1/4 cup additional milk to the recipe.
Dairy Ingredients:
- Eggs: I use large eggs for this recipe. Brown, white, speckled? Your choice!
- Milk: 1% milk is a staple in our house and what I used in this recipe, but any milk will be fine. I also love to use Egg Nog to make a Festive French Toast Bake – it’s perfect for the holidays, and a great way to use up any leftover egg nog.
- Cream: Use whipping cream or heavy coffee cream. 18% or higher is best.
- Cream Cheese: Light or full fat cream cheese is used but mascarpone cheese would be delicious.
Sweet & Spicy Flavors:
- Brown Sugar: I use light brown sugar in this recipe, but dark brown sugar would be delicious and will work well.
- Experiment with Spices! While I love cinnamon and it’s so delicious, try adding a bit of nutmeg or even allspice (Caution: just use a fraction of allspice if using). Instant espresso is another interesting option, or even cocoa.
Fruit – Fresh or frozen blueberries? Either works and taste delicious. Try adding an assortment of berries for a fruit filled french toast.

French Toast Casserole Topping!

This blueberry french toast casserole includes a delicious topping make of brown sugar, flour, cinnamon and butter. It’s super easy to make and is perfect on top of the casserole.

Easy To Make Blueberry French Toast Casserole!

Cut bread into cubes.
Combine all ingredients (except topping ingredients) and toss with bread to coat.
Fold into a 9×13″ greased baking dish. Sprinkle berries and cubed cream cheese over top.
Assemble topping ingredients, and spread evenly over entire casserole.
Bake at 350˚F covered with foil for 30 minutes, then remove foil for the remaining bake time.

Serving Suggestions

I love to serve this with pure maple syrup, but there are many varieties that would be great. Walden Farms no sugar added blueberry syrup is very tasty!

A dollop of whipped cream is also a delightful way to crown this breakfast casserole.

Create a breakfast buffet bar with assorted types of syrup and toppings such as flaked coconut, chopped pecans, crumbled bacon, dried or fresh banana slices, peanut butter or powdered sugar.

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