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Easy Overnight Blueberry French Toast Bake

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A comforting and easy-to-make overnight French toast bake featuring fresh blueberries, perfect for a stress-free breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups cubed day-old brioche or challah bread
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk or 2% milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting before serving)

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  2. Cube the day-old brioche or challah into roughly 1-inch pieces. Spread half the bread cubes evenly in the greased dish.
  3. Sprinkle 1 cup of blueberries over the bread layer. Add the remaining bread cubes on top, then scatter the remaining blueberries evenly over the top.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth and slightly frothy.
  5. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries, pressing down gently to help the bread soak up the custard.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the cover and bake the French toast bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Let the bake cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and add maple syrup or whipped cream.

Notes

Use day-old bread for best texture. Cover the dish tightly overnight to prevent custard skin. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil after 30 minutes. Room temperature eggs and milk blend better. Frozen blueberries can be used directly without thawing. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives.

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