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Crispy Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

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A crispy, creamy, and fruity breakfast casserole featuring layers of brioche, cream cheese, and fresh blueberries soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or holiday morning.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups day-old brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened and cut into small ½-inch cubes
  • 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries, washed and dried
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
  • Maple syrup, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cube the day-old brioche into 1-inch pieces and cut the softened cream cheese into small ½-inch cubes.
  2. Lightly brush melted butter over the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Place half of the bread cubes evenly in the dish. Scatter half of the cream cheese cubes and fresh blueberries on top. Add the remaining bread cubes, then top with the rest of the cream cheese and blueberries.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or half-and-half, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, salt, and melted butter until smooth and well combined.
  5. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the layered bread, cream cheese, and blueberries. Press down gently on the bread with a spatula to help soak up the custard.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight for best results.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes until the top is golden and crispy and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean or slightly moist from melted cream cheese.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and drizzling with maple syrup. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Use day-old bread for best texture to avoid sogginess. Soaking overnight in the fridge improves flavor and custard absorption. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based milk and cream cheese alternatives. Frozen blueberries can be used but do not thaw before adding.

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Keywords: blueberry, cream cheese, french toast casserole, breakfast casserole, brunch, easy breakfast, baked french toast, cinnamon, vanilla

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