Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

Blackberry Jam

melted

12 unit

French Bread Loaf

cubed

8 unit

Cream Cheese

cubed

4 unit

Large Eggs

2 cup

Half-and-half

1 tsp

Ground Cinnamon

1 tsp

Vanilla

0.5 cup

Brown Sugar

firmly packed

Step 1
~4 min

Melt blackberry jam in a saucepan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring until smooth.

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Place half of the bread cubes in the bottom of the dish.

Step 4
~4 min

Top with cream cheese cubes.

Step 5
~4 min

Drizzle the melted blackberry jam over the cream cheese and bread.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the remaining bread cubes on top.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, cinnamon, and vanilla.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread mixture.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle brown sugar over the top.

Step 10
~4 min

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil.

Step 11
~4 min

Chill in the refrigerator for 8 to 24 hours.

Step 12
~4 min

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 13
~4 min

Bake the covered dish for 20 minutes.

Step 14
~4 min

Uncover the dish and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the mixture is set.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve warm with desired toppings, such as maple syrup or whipped cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a splash of orange juice to the egg mixture.

Use challah bread for a richer, more decadent French toast bake.

If you don't have time to chill overnight, chill for at least 2 hours.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fresh berries

Serve with whipped cream

Serve with maple syrup

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage
Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular brunch dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Mother's Day

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Holiday Breakfast

Popularity Score

70/100

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