Make-Ahead One-Dish Blackberry French Toast Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead One-Dish Blackberry French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup blackberry jam; 1 (12 ounce) French bread, loaf cut into 1-1/2 in cubes; 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese (I like 1/3-less fat); 4 large eggs; 2 cups half-and-half; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; Toppings; maple syrup; whipped cream

Servings: persons

1 cup blackberry jam
1 (12 ounce) French bread, loaf cut into 1-1/2 in cubes
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese (I like 1/3-less fat)
4 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
Toppings
maple syrup
whipped cream

1
Cook jam in a small saucepan over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until it is melted and smooth, stirring once.
2
Place half of the bread cubes in the bottom of a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
3
Top with cream cheese cubes, and drizzle with melted jam.
4
Top with remaining bread cubes.
5
Whisk together eggs and next 3 ingredients. Pour over bread in the baking dish.
6
Sprinkle the casserole with brown sugar.
7
Chill for 8 to 24 hours.
8
The next morning, preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
9
Bake covered for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes more or until bread is golden brown and mixture is set. Serve with desired toppings.

340

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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: 1 cup blackberry jam, 1 (12 ounce) French bread, loaf cut into 1-1/2 in cubes, 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese (I like 1/3-less fat), 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead One-Dish Blackberry French Toast 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.

Make-Ahead One-Dish Blackberry French Toast

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