Blueberry Brunch Bake
Transform your mornings with this irresistible Blueberry Brunch Bake—a comforting, make-ahead dish perfect for weekend gatherings or special occasions. This simple yet decadent recipe layers soft cubes of French bread with bursts of fresh, juicy blueberries and dollops of sweetened cream cheese, all soaked in a rich custard infused with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole delivers a fluffy, custardy interior with a lightly crisp top, creating an unforgettable flavor and texture combo. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this brunch bake effortlessly elevates your table and pairs beautifully with a drizzle of maple syrup. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s a show-stopping option for your next holiday breakfast or leisurely brunch. Keywords: blueberry breakfast casserole, cream cheese brunch bake, make-ahead French toast bake, easy blueberry brunch recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups French bread
- 2 cups Fresh blueberries
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly spread half of the cubes across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Scatter half of the fresh blueberries on top of the bread layer.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Drop small dollops of this cream cheese mixture across the blueberry layer, spreading gently but not worrying about full coverage.
Add the remaining bread cubes on top, followed by the rest of the blueberries.
In the same mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked in the liquid. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula if needed to help it absorb the liquid.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired. Enjoy this fluffy and flavorful treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.1 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 207 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
