Blueberry Lemon French Toast Casserole Overnight Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Blueberry Lemon French Toast Casserole Overnight Recipe, designed for busy mornings when you crave something delicious yet simple. This delightful casserole is a treat for both the eyes and the palate, combining creamy layers of rich cream cheese with juicy blueberries and a zesty lemon kick. Just imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of this baked delight, ready to serve your family or guests with minimal effort! The best part? You can prepare it the night before, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully while you enjoy a restful sleep. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this dish will undoubtedly become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (8 oz) cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 loaves French bread, cubed
- 2 cups blueberries
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Create the cream cheese mixture by combining cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in blueberries and lemon zest/juice.
- Layer half of the cubed French bread in a greased baking dish. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it, followed by the remaining bread cubes.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon zest, and juice in a separate bowl. Pour over the layered bread evenly.
- Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake covered for about 45 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg