Blueberry Overnight French Toast

This recipe is great for overnight guests or when you need to feed a group. This is my go-to for Christmas Morning!

What you need:

• 1 large brioche or Cinnamon Bread - I used the new artisan cinnamon loaf in the bread isle, cut into cubes

• 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen blueberries that have been tossed in 1 tablespoon of flour to keep them from bleeding

• 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened

• 2/3 cup sugar

• 2 eggs

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

• Powdered sugar for dusting

Blueberry Sauce

• 1 cup water

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 2 cups blueberries

Lets get started:

1. Place bread pieces in a 9x13 greased pan. Sprinkle with blueberries.

2. In separate bowl beat cream cheese and sugar until well blended. Add the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until combined. Gradually add cream, beating well after each addition. Pour evenly over bread pieces. Let stand 2 hours or overnight.

3. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until set in center and golden brown.

4. Serve warm with sprinkled powdered sugar.

Blueberry Sauce

1. In small saucepan, combine sugar, water and cornstarch until simmering.

2. Add blueberries and simmer for 10 minutes. Using a fork or whisk, slightly break up the blueberries to desired consistency.

3. Cool slightly before serving or store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.