Baked Blueberry Brunch Recipe

Name: Baked Blueberry Brunch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 slices bread, cubed; 1 lb cream cheese, cut into cubes; 2 cups blueberries; ¼ cup orange zest; 24 large eggs; 1 quart milk; 1 cup maple syrup; 3 cups sugar; ⅔ cup cornstarch; 3 cups water; 3 cups blueberries; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

24 slices bread, cubed
1 lb cream cheese, cut into cubes
2 cups blueberries
¼ cup orange zest
24 large eggs
1 quart milk
1 cup maple syrup
3 cups sugar
⅔ cup cornstarch
3 cups water
3 cups blueberries
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons butter

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["Place 1/2 the bread cubes on the bottom of a spray-coated 12x20x2"" pan.", "Scatter cream cheese, 2C of blueberries, and orange zest over bread.", "Place remaining bread cubes over blueberries.", "Mix together eggs, milk, and maple syrup.", "Pour evenly over entire pan.", "Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.", "Preheat oven to 350F Bake covered for 40 minutes.", "Uncover, bake an additional 30 - 40 minutes, or until puffed, browned, firm and thoroughly cooked.", "Cut into 24 squares and keep warm.", "For sauce: in a large pot, thoroughly blend sugar and cornstarch.", "Stir in water.", "Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture boils, thickens, and turns clear - about 7-8 minutes.", "Stir in blueberries and simmer until berries pop.", "Remove from heat and stir in butter and lemon juice.", "Keep warm.", "To serve: pour about 1/4 to 1/2C sauce over the hot blueberrry bread."]

2268

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

250

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 slices bread, cubed, 1 lb cream cheese, cut into cubes, 2 cups blueberries, ¼ cup orange zest, and more.

Yes, Baked Blueberry Brunch falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Blueberry Brunch

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