Ingredients
For the Casserole:
1 loaf brioche or French bread, cubed
6 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Garnish:
Powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
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Grease a 9×13 baking dish and add half of the cubed bread.
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Sprinkle half of the blueberries over the bread, then repeat with the remaining bread and blueberries.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
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Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries.
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Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to soak up the custard mixture.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and firm in the center.
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Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
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Fruit Variations: Swap blueberries for strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries, or mix several fruits together for a fruity medley.
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Nutty Twist: Add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for some crunch.
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Spices: Experiment with adding nutmeg or ginger for a different flavor profile.
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Dairy-Free Option: Use non-dairy milk and coconut cream to make this casserole dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Make-Ahead, Holiday
- Method: Baking, Make-Ahead
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
