Freezer Blueberry French Toast Casserole

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Indulge in the Sweet and Savory Freezer Blueberry French Toast Casserole
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

9 hours 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 slices French bread , cut into quarters
4 ounces cream cheese , cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup frozen blueberries
2 eggs
1 cup egg substitute ( I like eggbeaters )
1 cup skim milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon wheat germ
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup frozen blueberries

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
385
Sugar
37g
Fat
16g
The Freezer Blueberry French Toast Casserole is the perfect breakfast dish for lazy weekend mornings or brunch with friends. Made with creamy cream cheese, juicy blueberries, and crispy cubes of French bread, this dish is the ultimate sweet and savory indulgence. Plus, it can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning, making it a perfect breakfast solution for busy mornings. Serve it with a hot cup of coffee or tea and enjoy with your loved ones.

Instructions

1.Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.Arrange the bread cubes in the dish.
3.Scatter the cream cheese cubes and frozen blueberries over the bread.
4.In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg substitute, milk, vanilla, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and wheat germ.
5.Pour the egg mixture over the bread, pressing the bread cubes down to help absorb the liquid.
6.Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight.
7.In the morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
8.In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch.
9.Add the water and frozen blueberries and stir to combine.
10.Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a syrup.
11.Remove the casserole from the fridge and pour the syrup over the top.
12.Bake the casserole for 45 to 50 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on top.

PROS

The Freezer Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a satisfying and indulgent breakfast that can be prepared the night before, making morning prep time a breeze.

The combination of sweet blueberries and creamy cream cheese makes this casserole irresistible.

It is also a great way to use up stale bread that may otherwise go to waste.

CONS

This casserole is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

If you are watching your carbohydrate intake, this dish may not be suitable for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Freezer Blueberry French Toast Casserole may not be considered a ‘healthy’ breakfast, it does offer some nutritional benefits.
Eggs are a great source of protein, and the addition of blueberries provides antioxidants and vitamin C.
Using skim milk instead of whole milk or cream also helps to lower the fat content of the dish.

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