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Overnight French Toast Bake with Blueberry Lemon Syrup

A decadent slice of French Toast Blueberry Bake topped with warm blueberries and drizzled with vanilla cream sauce.
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Prepare this make ahead brunch recipe the night before for a stress free hosting experience. This custard soaked brioche casserole bakes up golden and bubbly, perfect for a special holiday breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf (about 1 pound) brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (for syrup)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for syrup)
  • 1/4 cup water (for syrup)

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange the bread cubes evenly in the prepared dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. This creates your rich custard base.
  3. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to help the bread absorb the liquid.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the plastic wrap.
  6. Scatter the blueberries and lemon zest over the top of the soaked bread.
  7. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set and bubbly.
  8. While the bake is cooking, prepare the syrup: Combine the lemon juice, 1/2 cup sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  9. Let the french toast casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with the fresh blueberry lemon syrup drizzled over each serving.

Notes

  • For an extra indulgent texture, use day-old bread; it absorbs the custard better.
  • If you prefer a sweeter topping, double the blueberry lemon syrup recipe.
  • This recipe works well as a mothers day breakfast casserole.

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Find it online: https://purecookingjoy.com/french-toast-blueberry-bake/

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