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Welcome to the delightful world of breakfast casseroles! If you’re looking for a dish that pleases a crowd and offers the perfect blend of flavors, our Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is just what you need. This sumptuous casserole brings together the rich, buttery textures of brioche or challah bread, the creamy sweetness of cream cheese, and the burst of freshness from juicy blueberries. It is an ideal choice for family gatherings, holiday brunches, or a cozy weekend meal at home.

Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole! This scrumptious dish features soft brioche or challah bread layered with a creamy blueberry cream cheese mixture, soaked in a rich custard blend and baked to perfection. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast, it’s easy to prepare and great for feeding a crowd. Top with powdered sugar and extra blueberries for a stunning finish. Treat yourself to a berry delicious morning!
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Ingredients
  

1 loaf of brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed)

6 large eggs

2 cups milk

1/2 cup maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Pinch of salt

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Extra blueberries for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place the cubed brioche or challah bread evenly in the dish.

    Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, trying to keep them intact.

      Layer the Cream Cheese: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese and blueberry mixture over the bread cubes. Use a spatula to gently spread it out without crushing the bread.

        Custard Mixture: In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

          Combine: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and cream cheese mixture. Press down gently to ensure all bread cubes are soaked.

            Chill (Optional): For best results, cover the dish with foil or plastic wrap and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. This helps the bread absorb the custard.

              Bake: When ready to bake, remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. Uncover and bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

                Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar and top with additional blueberries if desired. Serve warm with maple syrup on the side.

                  Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins | Servings: 8-10