How to Make Blueberry Stuffed French Toast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It kick-starts your metabolism and gives you the energy you need to tackle the day ahead. So why not make it extra special with a delicious and indulgent breakfast recipe like Blueberry Stuffed French Toast?

This recipe takes the classic French toast to a whole new level with the addition of a sweet and tangy blueberry filling. It's the perfect way to treat yourself and your loved ones to a spec...

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Ingredients

  • 16 slices firm white bread
  • 1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese, softened
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 eggs
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup blueberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter. Cut 10 slices of the bread into 3/4 inch cubes. Spread Neufchatel cheese over one side of the remaining 6 slices of bread. Arrange the bread, cheese side up, in the baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the blueberries, then top with the bread cubes.
  • Whisk together the milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup of sugar in a bowl. Pour over the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together the nutmeg and 1/4 cup of sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle over bread mixture. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
  • To make compote: Heat cornstarch, water and remaining 1 cup of sugar over medium heat and bring to a simmer, cooking until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and the remaining 1 cup of blueberries. Serve with the french toast.
  • Nutrition

    334 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 353mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 151mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 201mg