Hey there, foodie friends! Let me share my absolute favorite breakfast recipe that’s been passed down through generations in my family. Trust me, this Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake will make you the star of any breakfast gathering – or just make your solo breakfast feel like a luxurious cafe experience!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve made this for weekend brunches, and my friends literally beg for the recipe. It’s that good!
What you’ll need:
– 1 loaf of brioche bread (day-old works best, honey!)
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1/3 cup maple syrup
– 2 cups fresh blueberries
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 tsp cinnamon
– Pinch of nutmeg (our little secret ingredient!)
Okay, let’s get cooking!
First, cut that gorgeous brioche into 1-inch cubes. Girl, don’t worry if they’re not perfect – we’re going for rustic charm here! Layer half of them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
Now, here’s where the magic happens. Mix that cream cheese until it’s super smooth (no one wants cream cheese lumps, trust!). Drop dollops all over your bread layer, then sprinkle half the blueberries. Add the remaining bread on top with the rest of those juicy blueberries.
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In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and our sneaky little friend nutmeg. Pour this heavenly mixture all over your bread layers. Now here’s the key – cover and refrigerate overnight. I know, I know, the waiting is the hardest part!
The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. Let the dish sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes while your oven heats up. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy.
Y’all, when this comes out of the oven, the aroma is absolutely divine! The cream cheese gets all melty, the blueberries burst with sweetness, and the bread… oh honey, the bread is crispy on top and custardy inside!
I love serving this with a drizzle of warm maple syrup and maybe some extra blueberries if I’m feeling fancy (which is always, let’s be real!).
This recipe serves 8-10 people, but between us, I’ve definitely eaten way more than my fair share when making it just for myself. No judgment here!
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XOXO,
Your breakfast-obsessed friend 💋
P.S. If your family doesn’t finish this in one sitting (unlikely!), it reheats beautifully the next day. Just pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds, and you’re good to go!
