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Delicious blueberry French toast casserole served on a plate

Quick Blueberry French Toast Casserole

A delightful twist on traditional French toast, this casserole is easy to prepare and packed with fresh blueberries, perfect for busy mornings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf loaf of bread, cubed Use stale bread for best texture.
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Can substitute with thawed frozen blueberries.
  • 4 large large eggs
  • 2 cups milk For a dairy-free option, substitute with almond milk.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • as needed Butter for greasing Grease the baking dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add the cubed bread and blueberries to the egg mixture, gently folding to combine.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Serve warm with powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup. Pair with yogurt or whipped cream. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. You can mix in other fruits for different flavors and add nuts like pecans or walnuts for crunch.