Blueberry Brunch Bake Recipe

Name: Blueberry Brunch Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices white bread, cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into small pieces; 1 cup fresh blueberries; 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional); 4 eggs; 3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon orange zest (or lemon zest); 1 dash nutmeg; 1/2 cup blueberry syrup (recommended Maple-Blueberry Syrup); 1/2 cup Cool Whip Lite

Servings: persons

4 slices white bread, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into small pieces
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
4 eggs
3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon orange zest (or lemon zest)
1 dash nutmeg
1/2 cup blueberry syrup (recommended Maple-Blueberry Syrup)
1/2 cup Cool Whip Lite

1
Spray a 8x8 pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, add bread cubes, cream cheese, blueberries (and pecans if using).
2
Beat eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, and zest in a medium bowl until blended. Pour over bread mixture, coating well. Gently fold so as not to break up the blueberries much.
3
Gently pour mixture into the 8x8 pan and sprinkle with a bit of nutmeg. Cover tightly with foil. (You can bake now, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours Just bring to room temperature before baking).
4
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Bake covered for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 25 minutes more or until top is puffed and center is set. Serve with blueberry syrup and a dollop of Cool Whip.

376

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices white bread, cut into 1-inch pieces, 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into small pieces, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Blueberry Brunch Bake 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.

Blueberry Brunch Bake

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