Description
A cozy, creamy baked breakfast that combines fresh blueberries and custardy bread for a delightful start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices of bread, cubed
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- Powdered sugar for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Layer the cubed bread evenly in the greased baking dish and sprinkle the blueberries over the top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring each piece is soaked.
- Allow the casserole to sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Serve warm, dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for better texture. Cover and refrigerate overnight for make-ahead preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: blueberry, breakfast casserole, French toast, make-ahead, family-friendly