Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Description
Whether served as breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this make-ahead overnight blueberry French toast casserole is sure to please!
Ingredients
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12 slices bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, cubed
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1 cup fresh blueberries
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12 large eggs
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2 cups milk
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1/3 cup maple syrup
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1 cup water
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1 cup white sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 cup fresh blueberries
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
1
Grease a 9x13-inch pan and spread half of the bread cubes over the bottom. Top with cream cheese and 1 cup blueberries. Layer remaining bread cubes on top.
2
Mix together eggs, milk, and syrup in a bowl. Pour over the bread cubes in the pan. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight.
3
Remove from the refrigerator and let stand for 30 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
5
Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes more.
6
While casserole bakes, combine water, sugar, and cornstarch for sauce. Bring to a boil until thickened. Reduce to a simmer and add blueberries and butter until cooked down. Serve on top of casserole or on the side.