Breakfast ideas: Indulgent Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole
This Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole is an indulgent breakfast idea that combines sweet blueberries with rich French toast for a delicious morning treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah bread, diced
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Layer the diced challah bread and blueberries in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and blueberries, ensuring even coverage.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, uncover and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Serve with additional maple syrup if desired.
- This casserole can be prepared in advance, making it perfect for brunch gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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