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Blueberry French Toast Bake

Blueberry French Toast Bake

This Blueberry French Toast Bake is a simple, nourishing recipe that brings families together around the table. It features a custardy and soft interior with a golden, crispy top, making it a perfect centerpiece for brunch or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10-12 cups Brioche or French Bread (cubed)
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries
  • 8 Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamo
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish generously with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Cut the bread into one-inch cubes and spread half into the bottom of the prepared dish.
  3. Scatter one cup of fresh blueberries over the bread.
  4. Add the remaining bread cubes and the rest of the blueberries.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.
  6. Gradually pour in the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, whisking vigorously.
  7. Pour the custard mixture slowly over the bread and berries, ensuring every piece gets some liquid.
  8. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to soak up the custard.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  11. Remove the dish from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for twenty minutes.
  12. Drizzle melted butter over the top and sprinkle with brown sugar.
  13. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  14. Let it cool for ten minutes before serving.

Notes

Use stale bread for best results. If using fresh bread, toast the cubes in a low oven for ten minutes before assembling. Ensure to tuck some blueberries deep between the bread layers for pockets of warm fruit.