Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Ingredients

• 12 slices bread , cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 packages cream cheese , 8 ounce
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 12 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 0.33 cups maple syrup

Instructions

1. 1

   Grease a 9x13-inch pan and spread half of the bread cubes over the bottom. Top with cream cheese and 1 cup blueberries. Layer remaining bread cubes on top.

2. 2

   Mix together eggs, milk, and syrup in a bowl. Pour over the bread cubes in the pan. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight.

3. 3

   Remove from the refrigerator and let stand for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

5. 5

   Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes more.

6. 6

   While casserole bakes, combine water, sugar, and cornstarch for sauce. Bring to a boil until thickened. Reduce to a simmer and add blueberries and butter until cooked down. Serve on top of casserole or on the side.