Blueberry-Almond French Toast Bake

Eggs and whole wheat bread deliver a healthy does of protein and whole grains to an easy make-ahead French toast bake that's a great way to start your day.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 362 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• cooking spray
• 8 large eggs
• 8 large egg whites
• 1 (1 pound) loaf whole wheat bread, cubed
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.33333334326744 cup sliced almonds
• 0.33333334326744 cup pure maple syrup

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

Step 3

Whisk eggs, egg whites, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon together in a large bowl.

Step 4

Place bread cubes in the prepared pan. Pour egg mixture over the bread. Scatter blueberries evenly over the top and sprinkle with almonds and brown sugar. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.

Step 5

Remove plastic wrap from the baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown , 40 to 50 minutes.