Easy Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole - Breakfast Ideas
If you’re looking for breakfast ideas that don’t require waking up at dawn, I’ve got your back. This overnight blueberry French toast casserole feels like a little cheat code in the morning—prep it the night before, then just bake it while your coffee’s brewing. It’s everything you want from French breakfast classics with none of the stress.
This is one of those easy French recipes that makes people think you’ve worked magic. With a crisp top and a soft, custardy middle, it walks that perfect line between sweet and comforting. I’ve made it for brunches, lazy Sundays, and even potlucks, and it never gets old.
Even if you usually go for savory breakfasts, this one might win you over. Plus, it's perfect if you're craving something that feels indulgent, but still fits in with your easy healthy treats plan. And yes, it even pleases that one person in the group who only eats vegan breakfast casserole. It's cozy, forgiving, and tastes like a warm hug baked with blueberries.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread half of the bread cubes in the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle half of the blueberries and half of the cream cheese cubes over the bread. Repeat with remaining bread, blueberries, and cream cheese.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the bread in the baking dish. Gently press the bread down to soak.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with extra syrup if desired.