Blueberry French Toast

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This recipe is so different and delicious! Easy to prepare the night before and bake in the morning. Perfect for Easter or Christmas brunch. This recipe is a family tradition. You may use either fresh or frozen blueberries for this dish.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
13 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
15 hrs
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced

  • 1 cup blueberries

  • 12 eggs

  • 2 cups milk

  • cup maple syrup

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup blueberries

  • 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

  1. Place half of the bread cubes in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle cream cheese on top of bread cubes. Top with 1 cup blueberries and remaining bread. In a large bowl, beat together eggs, milk and maple syrup. Pour egg mixture over bread. Cover pan and refrigerate overnight.

  2. The next morning, remove pan from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover pan and bake for an additional 30 minutes, until golden brown and center is set.

  4. To make Sauce: In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch, add water. Boil over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in blueberries and reduce heat. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes, or until the berries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve the sauce over squares of french toast.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

374 Calories
15g Fat
49g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 374
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 212mg 71%
Sodium 371mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 49g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 27g
Protein 13g 25%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Calcium 126mg 10%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 229mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.