Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake Recipe
Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake is a classic breakfast bake with sweet blueberries, rich cream cheese, eggs, milk, and soft bread.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula or wooden spoon.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread about 12–14 cups, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 oz cream cheese cut into small cubes
- 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for greasing the baking dish
Optional Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Maple syrup for serving
- Powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread Base
- Grease your baking dish generously with butter. Add the bread cubes and spread them out evenly. You want little gaps so the custard can soak into every piece.
Step 2: Add Cream Cheese and Blueberries
- Scatter the cream cheese cubes over the bread, followed by the blueberries. Don’t worry about perfection—rustic is beautiful here.
Step 3: Make the Custard
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. The mixture should smell warm and sweet, like a bakery on a slow morning.
Step 4: Pour and Soak
- Slowly pour the custard over the bread. Press gently with a spatula to help everything soak. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes, or cover and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the center feels set but soft. Your kitchen will smell incredible—trust me.
Step 6: Rest and Serve
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. This helps the slices hold together and lets the flavors settle.