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Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole

A quick and easy breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of French toast and blueberries, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 6 slices slices of bread (such as challah or brioche) Use day-old bread for better texture.
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries You can use frozen blueberries if fresh ones are not available, just thaw and drain them.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar Taste the egg mix before pouring to adjust sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Add more if you prefer a stronger flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt
  • For greasing Butter

Method
 

Preparation and Assembly
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  2. Cut the bread into cubes and place half of the cubes in the greased baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle half of the blueberries over the bread cubes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries in the baking dish.
  6. Top with the remaining bread cubes and blueberries.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Notes

For a make-ahead option, cover and refrigerate overnight to let it soak, then bake in the morning for a custardy texture. Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, yogurt, or whipped cream.