Best 5 Blueberry Almond French Toast Bake Recipes

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Blueberry almond french toast bake is a delightful breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of sweet blueberries, crunchy almonds, and a custard-like bread base. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion brunch or a lazy weekend morning. With its easy-to-follow preparation and minimal ingredients, this recipe will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

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BLUEBERRY ALMOND OVERNIGHT FRENCH TOAST



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This eggy, sweet French Toast is a great make ahead dish. Prepare the night before, and pop in the oven the next day.

Provided by Almond Breeze

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Almond Breeze

Time 9h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
10 ounces Hawaiian sweet rolls
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
½ cup butter
3 cups Almond Breeze Vanilla, Hint of Honey, or Vanilla Cashew blend almondmilk
⅔ cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs, well beaten
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spread 1 tablespoon butter onto the bottom and sides of an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
  • Cut each roll into 3 slices (you should have 10 cups, loosely measured). Place on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes or until lightly toasted.
  • Sprinkle some of the blueberries into the dish and arrange roll slices in rows. Sprinkle with remaining blueberries, tucking some between the roll slices.
  • Melt remaining butter and whisk together with Almond Breeze, sugar, extracts, and eggs. Pour over bread, then cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove French toast from refrigerator and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until firm when the dish is gently tapped. Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar.

LEMON BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST BAKE



Lemon Blueberry French Toast Bake image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for greasing
3/4 cup maple syrup, plus more for serving
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
One 12-ounce package Hawaiian slider rolls
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 pint fresh blueberries
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
Kosher salt
4 pieces cooked bacon, finely chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with butter.
  • Add the butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment and whip on medium speed for 1 minute. With the mixer running, slowly pour in the maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla bean paste and whip until completely combined. Transfer to a serving bowl and reserve.
  • Keep the rolls intact and slice across the equator to create 1 large top and 1 large bottom roll. Place the bottom roll in the baking dish, then spread with 2 tablespoons of the maple butter. Sprinkle with the lemon zest and half of the blueberries and top with the top roll.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, sugar, eggs, remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste and a pinch of salt. Pour the mixture over the rolls. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove the foil, then continue to bake until golden brown, about 10 more minutes.
  • Arrange scoops of the maple butter on top and sprinkle with the bacon and remaining blueberries. Serve with additional maple syrup.

BLUEBERRY ALMOND FRENCH TOAST BAKE



Blueberry Almond French Toast Bake image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h

Yield 8 servings, serving size: 1 (4 by 3-inch) piece

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick ooking spray
1 whole-wheat baguette (about 18 inches long, 8 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
8 large eggs
8 large egg whites
2 cups 1 percent lowfat milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 cups fresh blueberries
1/3 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Spray a 9 by 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Arrange the bread in a single layer in the baking pan. Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and maple syrup. Pour the egg mixture over the bread in the pan, spreading it around so the liquid saturates the bread. Scatter the blueberries evenly on top and sprinkle with the almonds and brown sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Uncover the baking pan and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Serve warm, cold or at room temperature.
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Riboflavin, Iodine, Manganese, Selenium
  • Good source of: Fiber, Vitamin K, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc

BLUEBERRY-ALMOND FRENCH TOAST BAKE



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Great breakfast to feed a group and loaded with protein and whole grains! Make ahead the night before, then pop in the oven before everyone gets up. I made this French toast bake for our group during a winter weekend of snowboarding. I just wish I had made two batches. It went fast! Serve with extra maple syrup and sausage on the side for a heartier meal.

Provided by daleypie

Categories     French Toast Casserole

Time 5h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
8 large eggs
8 large egg whites
2 cups milk
⅓ cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (1 pound) loaf whole wheat bread, cubed
2 cups fresh blueberries
⅓ cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Whisk eggs, egg whites, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon together in a large bowl.
  • Place bread cubes in the prepared pan. Pour egg mixture over the bread. Scatter blueberries evenly over the top and sprinkle with almonds and brown sugar. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Remove plastic wrap from the baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown , 40 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 190.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 420.5 mg, Sugar 21.7 g

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST



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A local blueberry grower shared this recipe with me, and it's the best breakfast dish I've ever tasted. With the cream cheese and berry combination, this blueberry french toast casserole reminds me of dessert. -Patricia Axelsen, Aurora, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings (1-3/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 slices day-old white bread, crusts removed
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Cut bread into 1-in. cubes; place half in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cut cream cheese into 1-in. cubes; place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread cubes. , Whisk the eggs, milk and syrup in a large bowl. Pour over bread mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 25-30 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. , Combine the sugar, water and cornstarch in a small saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until thickened, 3 minutes. Stir in blueberries; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until berries burst, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter. Serve with French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Fat 31g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 350mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh blueberries: Fresh blueberries will give your French toast bake the best flavor. If you don't have fresh blueberries, you can use frozen blueberries, but thaw them before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your French toast bake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a baking dish that is at least 9x13 inches: This will ensure that the French toast bake cooks evenly.
  • Bake the French toast bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set: You can test the center of the French toast bake by inserting a toothpick. If the toothpick comes out clean, the French toast bake is done.
  • Serve the French toast bake warm with your favorite toppings: You can serve the French toast bake with butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Blueberry almond French toast bake is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a crowd, and it can be made ahead of time. With its sweet and nutty flavor, this French toast bake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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