Berry French Toast Casserole

This French toast casserole is so easy, and so delicious! Enjoy for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. I love topping it with whipped cream, maple syrup, and lots of fresh berries!

Ingredients

•1 cup blackberry jam

•1 (12oz) loaf French bread, cut into 1.5 inch cubes

•1 (8oz) package cream cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes

•4 large eggs, beaten

•2 cups half-and-half

•1 tsp cinnamon

•1 tsp vanilla

•1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

Instructions

1. Cook jam in a small sauce pan on medium heat, stirring once, until melted and smooth. About 1-2 minutes.

2. Place half of the bread cubes in the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

3. Top with the cream cheese cubes, and drizzle with melted jam.

4. Top with remaining bread cubes

5. Whisk together egg, half-and-half, cinnamon, and vanilla. Pour over bread mixture.

6. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cover tightly and chill 8-24 hours.

7. Preheat oven to 325°F

8. Bake covered in foil for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10-15 minutes, or until the bread is a light golden color and the mixture is set.

9. Serve with your favorites toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries and enjoy!