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French toast baked in a casserole with blueberries.
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Blueberry French Toast Bake

This easy French Toast Bake is the perfect breakfast or brunch recipe, featuring sweet blueberries, rich mascarpone, and a golden, baked-to-perfection finish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
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Total Time55 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 2/3 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 large lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup honey add more, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 pound loaf French bread
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Slice the 1 pound loaf French bread into 1/2-inch slices. Take an oven-proof dish and place it on the working table.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the 6 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups whole milk, 2/3 cup mascarpone cheese, lemon zest and juice from 1 large lemon, 1/2 cup honey, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. (You might find it easier to just blend in a blender instead for a smooth texture.)
    Pouring milk into a dish with eggs with sliced bread on a cutting board.
  • Working with each slice of bread at a time, dip it into the egg mixture and allow it to soak for about 10 seconds, then transfer it to the dish. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread and egg mixture.
    A hand dipping a slice of bread into an egg mixture.
  • At the end, if you have any egg mixture left, drip it over the slices of bread in the oven dish.
    Sliced of egg soaked bread in a casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden on top.
    A hand placing blueberries on uncooked French toast bake.
  • Serve with extra honey or maple syrup and blueberries, if desired.
    French toast baked in a casserole with blueberries.

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Notes

Tips & Tricks

  • Bake covered for the first 20 minutes, or when it starts to brown after 20 minutes or so, place a foil wrap over it to stop it from continuing to brown.
  • Blend the egg mixture instead for a smoother texture. You will have some clumps when you whisk by hand, which is fine. 
  • Make sure the bread is fresh for best results—it absorbs the egg mixture better and gives you that soft, fluffy center. For a firmer center, use stale bread.
  • You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the egg mixture for a bit of extra spice.
  • Don’t skip the honey drizzle—it really takes this dish to the next level!

Nutrition

Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 218mg | Sodium: 565mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 736IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 4mg