Best 10 Lighter Blueberry French Toast Recipes

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In the realm of breakfast indulgences, few dishes can rival the classic French toast. Yet, for those seeking a lighter and healthier alternative, the traditional preparation can feel like a guilty pleasure. In this article, we embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating a "lighter blueberry French toast" that offers all the deliciousness without the burden of guilt. We will explore innovative techniques and healthier ingredients that transform this beloved dish into a wholesome and guilt-free breakfast treat. Get ready to enjoy the perfect balance of fluffy bread, sweet blueberries, and a hint of cinnamon, all while making a conscious choice towards a healthier lifestyle.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST



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This recipe is so different and delicious! Easy to prepare the night before and bake in the morning. Perfect for Easter or Christmas brunch. This recipe is a family tradition. You may use either fresh or frozen blueberries for this dish.

Provided by Robin

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 15h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced
1 cup blueberries
12 eggs
2 cups milk
⅓ cup maple syrup
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup blueberries
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Place half of the bread cubes in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle cream cheese on top of bread cubes. Top with 1 cup blueberries and remaining bread. In a large bowl, beat together eggs, milk and maple syrup. Pour egg mixture over bread. Cover pan and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next morning, remove pan from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover pan and bake for an additional 30 minutes, until golden brown and center is set.
  • To make Sauce: In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch, add water. Boil over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in blueberries and reduce heat. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes, or until the berries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve the sauce over squares of french toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 212.3 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 370.8 mg, Sugar 26.9 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.

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.

LIGHTER BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST



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The original recipe for this French toast called for heavy cream and whole eggs, but Nancy Argo of Uniontown, Ohio joined with our Test Kitchen to lighten it up and still keep the delicious taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 cup water
4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 cup egg substitute
1 cup fat-free milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 slices French bread (1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and allspice; stir in water until smooth. Add blueberries; mix well. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat the egg substitute, milk, vanilla and salt. Dip each slice of bread into egg mixture; arrange slices over berries. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until toast is golden brown and blueberries are bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: whole wheat bread, frozen blueberry, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, lemon, milk, maple syrup, powdered sugar

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ loaf whole wheat bread
1 ½ cups frozen blueberry
6 eggs
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lemon, zested
2 cups milk, or milk alternative
maple syrup, to serve
powdered sugar, to serve

Steps:

  • Slice bread into quarters and layer on bottom of a greased slow cooker.
  • Top with blueberries.
  • In a large bowl or measuring cup, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, lemon zest, and milk.
  • Pour mixture over bread and stir.
  • Cook on low 7-8 hours.
  • Carefully remove lid and serve with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 6 grams

BLUEBERRY OVERNIGHT FRENCH TOAST



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Submitted in response to a request. I believe it was originally from a TOH magazine under "light fare".

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slices white bread, day-old, crusts removed
2 (8 ounce) packages light cream cheese
1 cup fresh blueberries or 1 cup frozen blueberries
12 eggs (or egg substitute equivalent)
2 cups skim milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup fresh blueberries or 1 cup frozen blueberries

Steps:

  • Cut bread into 1-in. cubes; place half in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut cream cheese into 1-in. cubes; place over bread.
  • Top with blueberries and remaining bread.
  • In a large bowl, combine egg substitute, milk and syrup; mix well.
  • Pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover; bake 25-30 minutes longer or until golden brown and the center is set. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; add water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in blueberries; reduce heat. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries have burst. Serve over French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 322.3, Sodium 527.4, Carbohydrate 66, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 40.3, Protein 20.2

BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST BOAT RECIPE BY TASTY



Blueberry French Toast Boat Recipe by Tasty image

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

OVERNIGHT BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST RECIPE



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A delicious breakfast you can prepare the night before to have a hot, tasty breakfast in the morning!

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slices Texas toast bread (cut into cubes)
1(8 ounce) package cream cheese (cut into cubes)
1 cup fresh blueberries
12 large eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 cups whole milk
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Arrange 1/2 of the bread cubes in the bottom of the pan.
  • Spread cream cheese cubes and blueberries over the bread cubes.
  • Top with remaining bread cubes.
  • Mix together eggs, syrup, and milk. Pour over bread cubes and cover pan with foil. Let chill in refrigerator overnight.
  • Bake covered with foil at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 30 minutes or until fluffy and golden.
  • For the syrup, mix together sugar, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in blueberries and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Serve over french toast.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 862 kcal, Fat 57 g, SaturatedFat 31 g, Cholesterol 176 mg, Sodium 642 mg, Carbohydrate 63 g, Sugar 34 g, Protein 25 mg

OVERNIGHT BLUEBERRY FRENCH TOAST



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I haven't tried this personally, but will real soon as I love blueberries. A friend gave me this recipe after having it at a brunch party; she was just raving about it.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Breakfast

Time P1DT1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

butter (for coating pan)
1 (14 ounce) loaf French bread or 1 (14 ounce) loaf Italian bread
1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese, cut in small pieces
1 cup fresh blueberries or 1 cup frozen blueberries
12 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup real maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Butter a 13x9-inch glass baking pan generously.
  • Tear bread into one-inch cubes; place half into prepared pan.
  • Evenly distribute cream cheese pieces over bread; cover with blueberries.
  • Place remaining bread cubes on top.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, milk, syrup and cinnamon; pour over bread cubes.
  • Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • In the morning, preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Remove casserole dish from fridge and bake, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until lightly browned on top and centre is set.
  • Cut into squares and serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.8, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 231.6, Sodium 367.7, Carbohydrate 27.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 7, Protein 12.5

Tips:

  • For a crispy outer layer, use stale bread or toast it lightly before dipping in the egg mixture.
  • Soak the bread slices in the egg mixture for a few minutes to allow them to absorb the liquid and become more flavorful.
  • Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the French toast from sticking.
  • Cook the French toast over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
  • Flip the French toast only once, when the underside is golden brown.
  • Serve the French toast immediately with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, syrup, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

This Lighter Blueberry French Toast is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch recipe. It's a great way to use up stale bread and it's also a healthier alternative to traditional French toast. The blueberries add a burst of sweetness and flavor, and the lemon zest adds a touch of brightness. Serve this French toast with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

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