Best 13 Blueberry French Toast Strata Recipes

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Blueberry French toast strata is a casserole-like dish that combines the flavors of blueberries, French toast, and custard in a delicious and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish. This dish is perfect for special occasions or weekend mornings when you have time to enjoy a leisurely breakfast. With its combination of sweet blueberries, fluffy French toast, and creamy custard, blueberry French toast strata is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

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.

BLUEBERRY STRATA



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Blueberries, cream cheese,and bread bake in a creamy custard to create the best breakfast ever!

Provided by Jeannette Loghry

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 9h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 loaf French bread, cubed
1 ½ cups blueberries
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
12 eggs
⅓ cup maple syrup
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
1 ½ tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place 1/2 of the bread cubes in dish; top with 1 1/2 cups blueberries. Scatter cream cheese over berries. Cover with remaining bread cubes. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, and milk. Pour egg mixture over bread in pan. Cover, and chill overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake strata, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove cover, and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  • While the strata is baking, prepare the blueberry syrup. Combine sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat; cook for 5 minutes. Pour in remaining 1 1/2 cups blueberries; continue cooking for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in butter. Serve warm over slices of the strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 175.6 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 341.9 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

OVERNIGHT BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST



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This is a very unique breakfast dish. Good for any holiday breakfast or brunch, it's filled with the fresh taste of blueberries, and covered with a rich blueberry sauce to make it a one of a kind.

Provided by KARAN1946

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 10h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 slices day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup fresh blueberries
12 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup maple syrup
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange half the bread cubes in the dish, and top with cream cheese cubes. Sprinkle 1 cup blueberries over the cream cheese, and top with remaining bread cubes.
  • In a large bowl, mix the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and syrup. Pour over the bread cubes. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove the bread cube mixture from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cover, and bake 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking 25 to 30 minutes, until center is firm and surface is lightly browned.
  • In a medium saucepan, mix the sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to a boil. Stirring constantly, cook 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in the remaining 1 cup blueberries. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, until the blueberries burst. Stir in the butter, and pour over the baked French toast

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 279.4 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 451.2 mg, Sugar 33.3 g

BAKED FRENCH TOAST WITH BLUEBERRIES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Butter, for greasing
6 eggs
3 cups whole milk
3/4 cup maple syrup, plus extra for serving
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus 1 tablespoon
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 lemon, zested
3 (1-inch thick) slices (8 ounces) day-old challah or sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups (12 ounces) fresh or frozen, thawed, and drained blueberries
3 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and lemon zest. Add the bread cubes and mix until coated. Stir in the blueberries. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the remaining cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the egg mixture in an even layer. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden and the filling is set.
  • Spoon onto serving plates and drizzle with maple syrup.

BAKED BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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Juicy blueberries hide between layers of custardy French toast in this delicious make-ahead brunch dish. It's the perfect crowd-pleasing recipe you've been looking for.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 9

Unsalted butter, room temperature, for baking dish
6 large eggs
3 cups whole milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
10 1/2-inch-thick slices brioche (from one 10-ounce loaf)
1 cup blueberries
Confectioners' sugar, for serving

Steps:

  • Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs milk, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Dip brioche in egg mixture, then arrange in dish, overlapping slightly. Pour remaining egg mixture over brioche, cover with plastic wrap, and let stand 30 minutes or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Sprinkle blueberries in between and on top of the bread slices. Bake until puffed and custard is just set, 55 to 65 minutes (tent with foil if browning too quickly). Let cool 15 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Looking for a filling breakfast? Then check out this fruity French toast strata that's baked to perfection.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon margarine or butter, melted
8 diagonal slices (1/2 inch thick) soft-crust French bread
1 1/2 cups fat-free cholesterol-free egg product or 4 whole eggs plus 4 egg whites, lightly beaten
1 3/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix brown sugar and butter until well blended. Spread mixture in bottom of dish. Arrange bread slices over brown sugar mixture.
  • In medium bowl, mix beaten eggs and egg whites, the milk and ginger until well blended. Pour over bread in dish. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until center is puffed and knife inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately cut into squares; serve with strawberries and powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST BOAT RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cream cheese, sugar, cinnamon, eggs, heavy cream, french bread, blueberry, maple syrup

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
4 eggs
½ cup heavy cream
14 oz french bread, 1 loaf
1 cup blueberry
maple syrup, to dip

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Add eggs and heavy cream and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Cut a rectangle along the top of the loaf of french bread and pull out the part you cut along with the soft inside of the loaf. Set the "bread boat" aside.
  • Tear apart the rectangle and soft inside of the bread that you removed into little bite-size pieces.
  • Gently, fold the bread pieces and blueberries into the egg mixture until all of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Place the "bread boat" on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and pour in the bread and egg mixture.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown. If the top is browning too quickly, cover the top of the boat in foil for the remaining time.
  • Let cool before cutting into slices and serve with maple syrup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 15 grams

BERRY FRENCH TOAST STRATAS



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Egg mixture over bread slices topped with berries gives you delicious strata - a perfect breakfast recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups assorted fresh berries, such as blueberries, raspberries or cut-up strawberries
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
4 cups cubes (3/4 inch) whole wheat bread (about 5 slices)
1 1/2 cups fat-free egg product or 6 eggs
1/2 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix fruit and granulated sugar; set aside.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups generously with cooking spray. Divide bread cubes evenly among muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, beat remaining ingredients, except powdered sugar, with fork or wire whisk until well mixed. Pour egg mixture over bread cubes, pushing down lightly with spoon to soak bread cubes. (If all egg mixture doesn't fit into cups, let cups stand up to 10 minutes, gradually adding remaining egg mixture as bread cubes soak it up.)
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until centers are set. Cool 5 minutes. Remove from muffin cups, placing 2 stratas on each of 6 plates. Divide fruit mixture evenly over stratas; sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Categories     Dairy     Fruit     Brunch     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

For French Toast:
1 loaf Texas Toast or Cinnamon Toast
2 c half and half
1 pkg Egg Beaters
1 t vanilla
Filling:
1 8-oz pkg mascarpone cheese
Sugar to sweeten
2 pints blueberries
1/3 c sugar (adjust to taste)

Steps:

  • Beat 1/2 of egg mixture with cream and vanilla. Soak bread in egg-cream-vanilla mixture until all liquid is absorbed. Refrigerate. To make blueberry puree, cook blueberries with sugar until thick, approximately 5 minutes. Set aside. In food processor, combine mascarpone with sugar. Puree until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. In well-buttered 13 x 9 inch pan, arrange bread slices. Top with mascarpone mixture and blueberry puree. Repeat once. Pour remaining egg mixture over bread slices. Refrigerate. When ready to bake casserole, pour remaining cream-egg mixture over bread-filling layers. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg. Bake at 350 for approximately 35 minutes. Serve with whipped cream, blueberry puree and/or warm vanilla maple syrup.

STRAWBERRY STRATA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (about 1/2 cup)
4 ounces ricotta cheese, room temperature (about 1/2 cup)
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup frozen strawberries, thawed and drained (about 10 ounces)
1/2 cup honey, warmed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (12 to 16-inch) ciabatta loaf, crust removed and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Place the cheeses in a large bowl and stir together with a wooden spoon. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, mixing until completely incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the milk, strawberries, honey, cinnamon, and bread. Pour into an 8 by 10 by 2-inch casserole dish. If freezing, cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 1 day and up to 1 month.
  • To bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Remove the foil and continue baking for 30 to 35 minutes.

BLUEBERRY STRATA



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I got this recipe out of a magazine at work but I don't remember which one. This has to sit overnight in the refrigerator.

Provided by Zaney1

Categories     Breakfast

Time P1DT1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 slices firm white bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 cups blueberries, divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups milk
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup maple syrup, divided
1/4 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread half of the bread crumbs into prepared 9x13 dish.
  • Cover with 1 cup of blueberries, cream cheese cubes.
  • Top with the rest of the bread cubes.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon in a med bowl until well blended.
  • Add 1/3 cup maple syrup and brown sugar and mix well.
  • Pour over bread.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bake, covered, at 350 for 45 minute.
  • Uncover and bake 30 minutes longer or until center is set and top is browned.
  • Meanwhile, bring remaining syrup and blueberries to a boil in a med saucepot, stirring constantly.
  • Simmer on low 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Serve strata topping with blueberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.5, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 303.9, Sodium 531, Carbohydrate 84.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 49.2, Protein 18.2

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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This is a good recipe to use when company comes or when you are entertaining for brunch. Sometimes, I add dried apricots, snipped into small pieces. The apple syrup (in database) is very good with this too. Prep time includes 8 hours in refrigerator.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13x2 rectangular baking dish.
  • Place half the bread cubes in the dish.
  • Sprinkle with cream cheese cubes and then remaining bread cubes.
  • Combine eggs, cream, melted butter and syrup.
  • Mix well and pour over bread and cheese cubes.
  • Using a spatula, press layers down to moisten.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight.
  • Remove plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 35- 40 minutes at 350ºF, or until set and golden brown.
  • Let stand about 10 minutes before cutting.
  • Top with your favorite syrup, or apple cider syrup (see database), or a big dollop of whipped cream.

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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I'm always on the lookout for different breakfast and brunch ideas. I like to serve this easy make-ahead casserole when we have out-of-town guests. -Jill Middleton, Baldwinsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup syrup).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon bread, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
8 eggs, lightly beaten
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
CIDER SYRUP:
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Arrange half of the bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cream cheese and remaining bread. In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, butter and maple syrup; cover and process until smooth. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving., For syrup, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Gradually whisk in cider and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in butter until melted. Serve warm with strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 34g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 285mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen blueberries for the best flavor. If using frozen blueberries, thaw them before adding them to the strata.
  • Use a good quality bread for the strata. A sturdy bread like French bread or sourdough will hold up well in the custard.
  • Don't overmix the custard. Overmixing will make the strata tough.
  • Bake the strata until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the strata warm with maple syrup, fruit syrup, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Blueberry French toast strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this strata is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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