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Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake

Sep 9, 2022 · 15 Comments

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Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake is a sweet, overnight make-ahead breakfast casserole with bites of sweet, ripe bananas, bursts of bright blueberries, and the classic flavor of cinnamon French toast. Drizzle with maple syrup for a breakfast your everyone will go bananas for.

Blueberry Banana French Toast bake in a large white casserole dish topped with powdered sugar surrounded by a cloth napkin, bunch of bananas, and a bottle of maple syrup

Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake

This Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake is super easy to make ahead, easily serves a crowd, and everyone always loves it! With bites of sweet bananas, bright bursts of blueberries, and the classic taste of cinnamon and French toast, this breakfast recipe is simple enough for weekdays (and easy to reheat too!), and elegant enough for holidays, brunch, or company.

What is the Best Bread to Use for this French Toast Bake?

I like the sweeter breads for this sweet little casserole, such as the Hawaiian sweet rolls or brioche.

You can also just use any sturdy bread that will stand up to being soaked in egg, such as sourdough, Pullman's loaf, or French bread.

A piece of blueberry banana French toast bake on a small plate with powdered sugar being sprinkled on. Plate is in front of a large casserole dish and next to a fork

How to Serve Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake

Serve Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake topped with powdered sugar or maple syrup.

You can serve this for breakfast or brunch on its own, as its pretty filling.

To stretch it, you can serve with scrambled eggs on the side or a nice, fresh fruit salad like this one.

Can You Freeze Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake?

Yes. It can be frozen before or after baking. Place in a tightly covered freezer-safe dish, and freeze for up to 3-6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. If unbaked, follow recipe instructions for baking. If pre-baked before freezing, bake in a 350-degree F oven for 20 minutes, until heated through.

A serving of blueberry banana French toast bake on a small plate with syrup being drizzled on. Plate is in front a large casserole dish filled with the remaining dish.

Can You Make It in the Slow Cooker?

Yes! Prepare according to directions in the crock of the slow cooker. Refrigerate for 6-10 hours. Then cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until cooked through.

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Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake Video

A piece of blueberry banana French toast bake on a small plate with syrup drizzling down on top

Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake

Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake is a sweet, overnight make-ahead breakfast casserole with bites of sweet, ripe bananas, bursts of bright blueberries, and the classic flavor of cinnamon French toast. Drizzle with maple syrup for a breakfast your everyone will go bananas for.
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Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Blueberry Banana French Toast Bake
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 339kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package Hawaiian Sweet Rolls torn into bite sized pieces
  • 1½ cups blueberries
  • 2 large bananas sliced
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ t nutmeg

For the Crumb Topping

  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2½ tablespoons butter cold, thinly sliced
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Instructions

  • In a 9"x13" casserole dish, layer a third of the bread pieces, a third of the bananas, and a third of the blueberries. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs and milk until thoroughly combined. Add maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Continue stirring until everything is blended.
  • Pour egg mixture over bread layers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Before baking, cut together flour, brown sugar, and butter with a pastry blender or fork until clumps are about pea-sized for the crumb topping.
  • Sprinkle topping over refrigerated bread mixture. Bake in a 350°F oven for about 45 minutes, until firm and golden brown.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. Reheat individual portions on a microwave safe plate.
  • Freezer Directions: It can be frozen before or after baking. Place in a tightly covered freezer-safe dish, and freeze for up to 3-6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. If unbaked, follow recipe instructions for baking. If pre-baked before freezing, bake in a 350-degree F oven for 20 minutes, until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 351IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg
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UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in August 2014. It was updated with new pictures, tips, and video and republished in September 2022.

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  1. Terry Tufts says

    October 15, 2021 at 5:52 am

    Do you cook this covered or uncovered?

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    • Michelle says

      October 19, 2021 at 11:22 am

      Uncovered!

      Reply
  2. Liza says

    October 10, 2022 at 1:38 pm

    Great recipe. Making this French toast bake with Hawaiian rolls is so brilliant, and the flavors with fresh blueberries and bananas are soooo tasty!

    Reply
  3. Sara Welch says

    October 10, 2022 at 1:46 pm

    This was such a delicious take on French toast, indeed! Nothing like the combination of blueberries and bananas; delicious!

    Reply
  4. Tayler Ross says

    October 10, 2022 at 2:24 pm

    I made this for breakfast over the weekend and it was incredible! My whole family gobbled it up!

    Reply
  5. Stephanie Sandstone says

    October 10, 2022 at 2:56 pm

    I love the idea of this for holiday breakfasts. I always end up with a house full of people and need something delicious and easy to make for breakfast! Looks delicious!

    Reply
  6. Ieva says

    November 06, 2022 at 11:11 pm

    Made this bake for a weekend breakfast and we were in love at the first bite! Loved the juicy blueberries and the added texture of the crumb on top! Great recipe - thanks!

    Reply
  7. Farah Abumaizar says

    November 07, 2022 at 12:25 am

    This looks wonderful! So hearty and delicious, and the combination of blueberries and bananas is perfect. Can't wait to try!

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  8. Lubna says

    November 07, 2022 at 1:02 am

    I was looking out for a recipe to use blueberries and bananas. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe. This toast bake looks incredible!

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  9. Dannii says

    November 07, 2022 at 4:46 am

    Anything with blueberries is good with me and this French toast looks amazing.

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  10. Kari | Chef and Steward says

    November 07, 2022 at 7:16 am

    It’s great to find recipes that are great and healthy for breakfast as a mom with a young hold and this one really hit the spot!

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  11. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

    July 24, 2023 at 9:07 am

    It's easy to prepare, and the results are always impressive. Thank you for sharing this gem of a recipe – it's now a favorite in our household!

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  12. Kathleen says

    July 24, 2023 at 9:36 am

    I love the fresh blueberries and bananas in this amazing overnight French toast. It's perfect for my families Sunday Brunch.

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  13. MJ says

    July 24, 2023 at 10:02 am

    Such a great recipe to use up our blueberries from the summer! We used Hawaiian sweet rolls but I definitely want to try it with brioche bread next.

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  14. Nathan says

    July 24, 2023 at 10:26 am

    I'm always looking for new breakfast recipes and this one looks right up my alley! I may even use this to make a breakfast-for-dinner next week. Looking forward to trying it, love the combination of blueberries and bananas!

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