Baked Blueberry French Toast Casserole
VegetarianBakingBreakfast • BrunchComfort Food • Kid-FriendlyAmerican
Easy
50min
380kcal
4people
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A warm and custardy breakfast casserole featuring sweet blueberries and wholesome bread.
Start your morning with this comforting Baked Blueberry French Toast Casserole, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a warm, custardy delight. If you have wholewheat bread that's slightly past its prime, this recipe is the perfect solution, soaking up a rich mixture of eggs and milk to create a texture that is crisp on top and soft underneath. The star of the show is the burst of fresh blueberries, which add a tart sweetness that cuts through the richness of the custard. This Baked Blueberry French Toast Casserole isn't just a delicious breakfast; it's a smart way to reduce food waste by utilizing high-perishability items like milk and eggs before they expire. Whether you are hosting a weekend brunch or looking for a comforting family meal, this casserole offers the flavors of traditional French toast without the hassle of flipping individual slices. The addition of cinnamon and brown sugar creates a caramelized aroma that will fill your kitchen, making it irresistible to both kids and adults alike. Easy to prep and bake, it's a fuss-free classic.
Ingredients
- 300 g Wholewheat Bread
- 200 g Fresh Blueberries
- 4 large Eggs
- 240 ml Milk
- 50 g Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon Powder
- 1 tsp Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease the baking dish with butter.
- 2Cut the wholewheat bread into cubes and arrange half of them in the bottom of the dish.
- 3Scatter half of the fresh blueberries over the bread layer.
- 4Top with the remaining bread cubes and the rest of the blueberries.
- 5In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla sugar, and cinnamon powder until smooth.
- 6Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and fruit, pressing down slightly with a spoon to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.
- 7Let it sit for 10 minutes, then bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- 8Serve warm, optionally topped with extra syrup or yogurt.
Chef's Tips
- •If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them beforehand to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
- •For a richer flavor, you can substitute half the milk with cooking cream.
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