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Overnight Lemon Blueberry French Toast

Overnight Lemon Blueberry French Toast for Easy Mornings

This Overnight Lemon Blueberry French Toast offers a delightful breakfast experience with zesty lemon and juicy blueberries, making mornings stress-free and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf French bread Can substitute with challah or brioche.
  • 2 cups Fresh blueberries Can replace with raspberries or blackberries.
  • 6 Large eggs Essential for custard.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or 2% milk is preferred.
  • ½ cup Heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste; maple syrup is an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Lemon extract can substitute.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
  • Whipped cream For serving.
  • Powdered sugar For a light sprinkle on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Spread cubed French bread across the bottom evenly.
  2. Sprinkle fresh blueberries over the cubed bread, evenly distributing them.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups of milk, ½ cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes and blueberries, gently pressing down with a spatula to soak thoroughly. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) the next morning, and let the baking dish sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and slightly wobbly in center.
  7. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure you use stale bread for better absorption of the custard mixture. Feel free to customize with your favorite fruits or nuts as toppings.

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