BAKED BLUEBERRY-MASCARPONE FRENCH TOAST

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When I want something special to serve my guests for a Saturday or Sunday brunch, I turn to this recipe. It never fails. It's wonderful during the spring and early summer because the blueberries are particularly good this time of year. -Patricia C. Quinn, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups cubed French bread (about eight 1/2-in. slices)
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
2 cartons (8 ounces each) mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
10 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
8 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional confectioners' sugar
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Additional fresh blueberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer bread cubes and blueberries. In a small bowl, beat mascarpone cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; drop by tablespoonfuls over blueberries. Top with bread slices. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, granulated sugar and vanilla; pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes longer or until puffed and golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Dust with additional confectioners' sugar; sprinkle with almonds. If desired, serve with additional blueberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 37g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 232mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Mulaudzi Tsireledzo
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. I would recommend it to others.


Ahmad Abed al
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to my usual French toast recipe.


M Muzamil
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This was a great way to use up some leftover blueberries. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


ihtesham ihtesham
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I'm not a huge fan of blueberries, but I still really enjoyed this French toast. The mascarpone filling was amazing.


Aayan Soomro
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always a hit.


Samibutterfly Bassgurl
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5 stars!


Florin
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. I will definitely be making it again!


LordSquidius
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The French toast was a little dry and the mascarpone filling was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Manu Tshisikule
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Not bad, but not great either.


Zohaib Asgher
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Meh.


Daisy Crawford
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This was my first time making French toast and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I especially loved the mascarpone filling.


Ali Ann
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of blueberries, mascarpone, and French toast is simply irresistible.


Masha Pelumi
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This blueberry mascarpone French toast was a hit with my family! The mascarpone added a creamy richness that took this dish to the next level. I will definitely be making this again.