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Creamy Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

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A comforting and creamy baked French toast casserole featuring pockets of cream cheese and bursts of fresh blueberries. Perfect for an easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups thick-cut brioche or challah bread, cubed (day-old bread preferred)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for greasing the dish)
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Cube the brioche or challah into roughly 1-inch pieces. Arrange half of the bread cubes evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Soften the cream cheese until smooth. Dollop spoonfuls of cream cheese across the bread layer and gently spread or swirl to create pockets. Scatter half the blueberries over the cream cheese.
  3. Layer the remaining bread cubes evenly on top, followed by the remaining blueberries.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk (or half-and-half), sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the assembled layers, pressing down gently on the bread to help absorb the liquid. Let soak for 10-15 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight for best flavor.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover casserole loosely with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and custard is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Use sturdy bread like brioche or challah for best texture. Do not thaw frozen blueberries to avoid sogginess. Soaking overnight enhances flavor and texture. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Grease dish well to prevent sticking.

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