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Instructions
1
In a large bowl, whisk milk, eggs, vanilla and honey or agave.
2
Add the bread cubes and toss with the liquid mixture. Set aside for 10 minutes.
3
Add the cream cheese and blueberries and mix gently to combine.
4
Place in a buttered 8 × 8 inch baking dish or 6 individual buttered 6 oz ramekins.
5
At this point you can refrigerate for up to 12 hours to bake in the morning or continue on with step 6 and 7.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
7
Cover the dish with foil that has been greased with butter or oil, greased side down. If using the 8×8 inch dish, bake for 25 minutes covered and 20-25 minutes uncovered. If using individual 6 oz. ramekins bake for 20 minutes covered and 15 minutes uncovered.
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Top with desired accompaniments and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Day-Old Bread is Essential 🍞Use day-old or slightly stale French bread instead of fresh—it absorbs the custard mixture evenly without becoming mushy or falling apart during baking.
- Cream Cheese Softening Trick 🧈Cut cream cheese into small cubes and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before spreading, ensuring smooth, even distribution between bread layers without tearing.
- Overnight Soaking Method ⏰Prepare the assembled French toast the night before and refrigerate—this allows the bread to fully absorb the egg custard, resulting in a creamy, custardy interior with better texture.
- Blueberry Burst Prevention 💙Toss fresh blueberries lightly in cornstarch before adding to the dish to prevent them from releasing excess moisture and bleeding into the custard, keeping colors vibrant.
- Golden Crust Finishing 🍯Drizzle honey or agave over the top 10 minutes before the end of baking rather than at the start to create a caramelized, glossy crust without burning.
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