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Creamy Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake

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A quick and easy French toast bake featuring creamy cream cheese pockets and bursts of juicy blueberries, perfect for a comforting brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz (280 g) day-old French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened and cut into small dollops
  • 1 ½ cups (225 g) blueberries, fresh or frozen
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Butter, for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Cut about 10 ounces (280 grams) of day-old French bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread the cubes evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut 8 ounces (225 grams) of softened cream cheese into small chunks or spoonfuls. Distribute these evenly over the bread cubes, tucking some underneath and leaving some on top.
  3. Sprinkle 1 ½ cups (225 grams) of fresh or frozen blueberries over the bread and cream cheese layer.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk, ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, cream cheese, and berries. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to help soak up the liquid.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the bread to absorb the custard fully.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the cover and bake the French toast bake for 45–50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard is set in the center. Check doneness by inserting a knife or toothpick into the center—it should come out clean.
  8. Let the bake cool for 10 minutes before slicing to help the custard set further and make serving easier.

Notes

Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess. Soak the bake in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best custard absorption. Watch the oven temperature to avoid browning too fast. Frozen blueberries can be used without thawing. For a crispier top, sprinkle brown sugar before baking.

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