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
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

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Make-Ahead One-Dish Blackberry French Toast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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