Ingredients
1 loaf (12 14 ounces) of French bread, sourdough bread, challah, or similar bread
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
8 large eggs
2 and 1/4 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Extra blueberries
Maple syrup
Confectionersโ sugar
Instructions
1-Prepare the bread: Slice the bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a greased 9ร13 inch baking pan. Arrange the cubes evenly to ensure uniform soaking.
2-Add the blueberries: Sprinkle the blueberries over the bread cubes, distributing them throughout the pan for consistent flavor in every bite.
3-Make the custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until fully combined and slightly frothy.
4-Pour the custard: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces get coated with the liquid.
5-Refrigerate: Cover the pan with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 24 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the bread to absorb the custard fully.
6-Prepare the streusel: Just before baking, mix the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
7-Add the topping: Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the soaked bread cubes.
8-Bake: Bake uncovered at 350ยฐF for 45 to 55 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Last Step:
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๐ Refrigerate the soaked bread mixture overnight for the best texture and flavor.
๐ซ Use fresh or frozen blueberries based on availability; frozen works great when fresh arenโt in season.
๐ฏ Add maple syrup or dust confectionersโ sugar just before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Refrigeration Time: 3 to 24 hours
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
