Blueberry Sourdough French Toast (Printable version)

Golden sourdough bake with blueberries and cinnamon custard, perfect for morning gatherings.

# What you need:

→ Bread & Fruit

01 - 1 loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 14 oz)
02 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

→ Custard Mixture

03 - 6 large eggs
04 - 2 cups whole milk
05 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
06 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Steps to follow:

01 - Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Spread the cubed sourdough bread evenly in the prepared dish and sprinkle blueberries over the bread.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and blueberries, gently pressing the bread down to soak.
05 - Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
06 - When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F.
07 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then drizzle evenly over the top of the soaked bread.
08 - Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
09 - Cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Make-ahead friendly: Assemble the night before and simply bake in the morning — no stress, no rush.
  • Bold, layered flavors: Tangy sourdough, sweet blueberries, and warm cinnamon custard create an unforgettable combination.
  • Feeds a crowd: One 9x13-inch dish serves 6 generously, making it perfect for brunch gatherings.
  • Easy difficulty: With straightforward steps and common ingredients, even beginner cooks can achieve stunning results.
  • Vegetarian-friendly: A wholesome, meat-free dish the whole table can enjoy.
02 -
  • Overnight soak is best: Refrigerating the assembled dish overnight ensures maximum custard absorption and a perfectly set center after baking.
  • Press the bread down: After pouring the custard, gently press the bread cubes to make sure every piece is submerged and soaking evenly.
  • No need to thaw frozen blueberries: Add them directly to the dish — they bake beautifully without any prior thawing.
  • Watch the top: If the top browns too quickly before the center sets, loosely tent the dish with foil for the remaining bake time.
  • Pair it right: Serve with fresh fruit and strong coffee for a complete and satisfying brunch experience.
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