Description
A delicious and easy breakfast casserole that combines classic French toast flavors with sweet blueberries, perfect for family gatherings or brunch.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of bread
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Cut the bread into cubes and layer half of them in the bottom of the prepared dish. Add half of the blueberries on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Pour half of this mixture over the bread and blueberries.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, blueberries, and egg mixture.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until golden and set.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use stale bread for better texture; consider adding nuts or other fruits for variety. Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American