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Vegan Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Delicious Vegan Blueberry French Toast Casserole for Brunch

This Vegan Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a delightful and easy dish, perfect for a cozy brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 slices Day-old or stale bread Opt for the best absorption of the custard.
  • 2 cups Blueberries Fresh or frozen; no thawing needed for frozen.
  • 2 cups Almond milk Can substitute with oat, soy, or coconut milk.
  • 1/4 cup Flaxseed meal Acts as an egg replacement.
For Flavoring
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup Can substitute with agave syrup or coconut nectar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust to your preference.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Feel free to skip if allergies are a concern.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. Tear or slice the day-old bread into cubes and place them into the greased baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, flaxseed meal, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring every piece is soaked.
  5. Fold in the blueberries gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  6. Let the casserole sit for 15-30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and firm to the touch.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm, optionally topped with fresh blueberries and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.

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