This overnight blueberry French toast casserole is the perfect make-ahead dish for a special breakfast or brunch. With juicy blueberries bursting in every bite and a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
Directions
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and place the cubed bread in it.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour over the bread and press down to ensure all the bread is coated. Sprinkle blueberries on top.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the French toast.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and extra blueberries, if desired.
Interesting Facts
You can use any type of bread in this recipe, such as brioche or challah, for a richer dish.
This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for a stress-free breakfast.
Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and make this dish not only delicious but also nutritious.