Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole
A warm, comforting French toast casserole featuring soft bread and fresh blueberries enveloped in a rich custard, perfect for lazy weekends or brunch parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 loaf sturdy bread, cubed
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (or dairy-free substitute)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sweetener (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for serving
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and sweetener in a bowl.
- Fold in cubed bread until well coated.
- Sprinkle fresh blueberries throughout the mixture.
- Transfer everything into a greased baking dish.
- Let it soak for a minimum of 30 minutes, or ideally overnight.
- Bake in a preheated oven until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup.
Notes
For best texture, allow the casserole to sit for at least 30 minutes before baking. Keep oven temperature consistent for an even bake.