Go Back
A blueberry French toast bake with golden edges and fresh blueberries in a baking dish

Fluffy Blueberry French Toast Bake

A make-ahead blueberry French toast bake with soft custardy centers and crisp golden edges.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf about 450 g day-old brioche or challah, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
  • 2 cups 300 g fresh blueberries, divided
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups 480 ml whole milk
  • 1/2 cup 120 ml heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for greasing the dish
  • Powdered sugar and maple syrup to serve

Method
 

  1. Generously butter a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish. Add half of the bread cubes, scatter over 1 cup (150 g) of the blueberries, then add the remaining bread and blueberries.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard evenly over the bread, pressing the cubes gently so they all make contact with the liquid.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for the best texture.
  5. When ready to bake, heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the dish sit at room temperature while the oven heats.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, until puffed, golden, and set in the center. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  7. Rest for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup.

Notes

Estimated nutrition per serving: 380 calories, 11 g protein, 52 g carbohydrates, 14 g fat. Values are estimates only and will vary with the bread, berries, and toppings used.