Description
A delightful Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole bursting with sweet blueberries and a rich custard, baked to golden perfection. This easy, no-overnight recipe is perfect for breakfast gatherings or a special weekend treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 package (12 rolls) Hawaiian rolls
- 1 cup blueberries
- 8 eggs
- 1 1/3 cups half and half
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- powdered sugar (for dusting)
- maple syrup (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 11x7 or 12x8 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Bread: Remove Hawaiian rolls from the package and cut into 1-inch cubes for even baking and custard absorption.
- Layer Ingredients: Spread half of the cubed bread in the bottom of the baking dish, then evenly scatter half of the blueberries on top. Repeat layering with the remaining bread and blueberries.
- Mix Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
- Pour Custard: Slowly pour the custard mixture over the layered bread and blueberries, ensuring each piece is coated thoroughly.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes to cook the custard and soften the bread.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is just slightly jiggly.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with optional maple syrup for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Use an 11x7 or 12x8 inch baking dish to ensure the casserole cooks evenly without overflowing.
- Do not skip the foil covering during the initial baking stage to prevent the top from drying out.
- This casserole does not require an overnight soak, making it convenient for last-minute breakfasts.
- Feel free to substitute blueberries with other fresh berries or fruit for variation.
- For a richer flavor, you can use heavy cream instead of half and half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 207 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg
