Blueberry French Toast

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.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 374 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 12 eggs
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced
• 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• ⅓ cup maple syrup

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 2

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

Step 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.

Step 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.