Blueberry French Toast Bake – Healthy Fitness Meals
This French Toast Bake is especially popular for holidays and family gatherings, like Christmas or Easter, when you need something to feed a crowd without the hassle. It is really easy to put together, and everyone will love it. Great for Sundays when you want to treat the kids to a nice breakfast.
Love French Toast?
All 5 of my kids love French toast, and this is my quick way to make a large batch of French toast without working too hard. I usually swap the fruits whenever I make them to change things up for them too. They also love it with strawberries and their other favorite one is bananas and chocolate chips!
You may also like my banana bread pudding or my berry French Toast Casserole.
Ingredients Needed
This recipe comes together with a few simple ingredients. Full measurements are listed further down below in the recipe card.
- Eggs: The base of the mixture, adding richness and the perfect texture.
- Whole Milk or any milk of your choice.
- Mascarpone Cheese: Adds a creamy texture and flavor to the dish.
- Lemon Zest and Juice:
- Honey: You may also use maple syrup
- Vanilla Extract
- French Bread: Italian bread works too, and these are usually 16 ounces.
- Blueberries, or use a mix of berries.
How to make French Toast Bake
Ready to dig in? Let’s get this French toast bake in the oven!
Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mascarpone, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and vanilla extract.
Step 2: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for 10 seconds, and transfer to an oven-proof dish.
Step 3: Once all the bread is in the dish, pour any leftover egg mixture over the top.
Step 4: Sprinkle the top with blueberries and bake.
Tips from my kitchen
- Make sure the bread is fresh for best results—it absorbs the egg mixture better and gives you that soft, fluffy center.
- You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the egg mixture for a bit of extra spice.
- Don’t skip the honey drizzle—it really takes this dish to the next level!
- Swap the blueberries for strawberries or raspberries for a different berry twist.
- Add a handful of chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) for some crunch.
- Try adding a bit of maple syrup to the egg mixture for a more classic flavor.
Substitutions
Don’t have some of the ingredients on hand? No worries—try these substitutions:
- Use almond milk or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
- Swap mascarpone with cream cheese if that’s what you’ve got in the fridge.
- If you’re avoiding gluten, use gluten-free bread.
Make ahead and storage
This French Toast Bake is great for meal prep! You can assemble it the night before, cover it, and refrigerate it overnight. Just pop it in the oven in the morning, and you’re good to go!
It stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days, and it can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm it up in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Frozen bread works just fine—just let it thaw a bit before slicing and soaking in the egg mixture.
Absolutely! You can use any fruit you like—strawberries, raspberries, or even apples would work perfectly.
For an egg-free version, use a flax egg or other egg replacer, though the texture may be slightly different.
