Breakfast ideas: Indulgent Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole
A delectable blend of flavors and textures, this Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole is the perfect make-ahead breakfast idea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah bread, cubed
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the cubed challah bread and blueberries, gently folding to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm, drizzled with additional maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- For added texture, consider sprinkling some streusel topping before baking.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave for a quick breakfast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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