Go Back
–+ servings
Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole for Cozy Mornings

This Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a must-try for brunch gatherings, offering a perfect blend of creamy layers and juicy blueberries.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf French Bread day-old preferred
  • 8 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Half and Half substitute with whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries coat frozen blueberries in flour
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese soften before use
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Additional Blueberries

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and arrange them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, half and half, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes and gently stir to coat.
  5. Dollop softened cream cheese over the top of the mixture and sprinkle with blueberries.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Remove plastic wrap and bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
  8. Prepare the sauce by heating water, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened, then add blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the casserole to soak overnight for the best texture and make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!