Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a delicious and easy way to make rich, custardy French toast for a crowd.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- large bowl
- whisk
- serrated knife
Ingredients
- 16 ounces brioche bread
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries if frozen, do not thaw
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar lightly packed
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Spray (1) 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Using a large serrated knife, slice the bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread half of the bread cubes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the blueberries on top. Top with the remaining bread cubes and finish with the rest of the blueberries, distributing evenly.
- In a large bowl, add the lemon zest and brown sugar. Using your fingertips, rub the lemon zest into the sugar until well combined and fragrant.
- Add the eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla, and salt to the bowl. Whisk until well combined.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries. Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight (up to 12 hours).
- When you’re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the pan from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature while the oven preheats.
Notes
Prep this casserole the night before for easier baking next morning.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
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