Blueberry Overnight French Toast Casserole

Warm and satisfying Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole that is lighter in calories, high in protein and can easily be made the night before for the reliable morning breakfast!

Is there anything better on a lazy Sunday morning than waking up and just throwing your breakfast in the oven without any work or prep? That's why A cook LOVE this Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole! Not only is this super straightforward to make, but it is also a much healthier alternative to typical french toast casseroles that are usually full of sugar and cream. Now do not worry,

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this satisfying french toast casserole and most you probably already have on hand in your pantry or fridge.

What goes in

• 1 (14-16 ounces) loaf whole wheat french bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups liquid egg whites, or 8 whole eggs
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 2 teaspoons. cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoonnutmeg
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, extra blueberries

How it comes together

1. A cook like to either use day old bread or toast the bread cubes before using them in the casserole. To toast the bread cubes, preheat oven to 350 degrees F and place bread on prepared baking sheet. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes then evenly spread bread in a 9×13 inch baking dish coated in nonstick spray.
2. Sprinkle blueberries evenly over bread and hold nearby.
3. Use a wide bowl, whisk together egg whites, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour mixture evenly over bread, cover and place in fridge for at least an hour, but best overnight.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, uncover casserole and bake in the oven for 45 to 50 minutes. Top with powdered sugar or maple syrup, serve and enjoy!