Easy Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe | Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast
Sweet, fruity, and irresistibly comforting — this Perfect Unbelievable Blueberry French Toast Casserole layers fluffy bread cubes, juicy blueberries, and a rich custard, baked until golden and topped with a drizzle of syrup. A make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish that’s as easy as it is delicious.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Foil for baking
Ingredients
- 1 loaf brioche, challah, or French bread (day-old, cubed)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Streusel topping:
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup cold butter, cubed
- Optional: lemon zest, cream cheese dollops, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare bread: Cube bread and layer evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Make custard: Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Combine: Pour custard over bread cubes. Fold in blueberries gently.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor (optional).
- Prepare streusel: Mix flour, brown sugar, and butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool & serve: Rest 10 minutes. Serve warm with syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Assemble the night before; bake fresh in the morning.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Oven at 325°F (160°C), covered with foil, until warmed through.
- Freezing: Freeze baked casserole up to 2 months; thaw overnight and reheat.
- Common mistakes: Using fresh bread (too soft), skipping overnight soak, overbaking, or adding too much fruit.
- Variations: Lemon-blueberry, cream cheese swirl, nutty topping, or mixed berry versions.
- Pairings: Serve with bacon, sausage, or a crisp salad for balance.