Blueberry Maple Custard Strata

Recipe Collection: Breakfast

Blueberry Maple Custard Strata is a vegetarian-friendly American breakfast that combines the sweetness of fresh blueberries and rich maple syrup with soft, custard-soaked French bread. This dish is perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, topped with a homemade blueberry syrup for an extra burst of flavor.

With its creamy texture and fruity notes, this strata is versatile enough to be served alongside your favorite coffee or tea. Easily select this recipe from the easyChef Pro App, where you can access personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list for the best prices. Organize your ingredients and follow our step-by-step guide to create a delicious breakfast today!

Overview

This delightful breakfast strata combines the sweetness of blueberries and maple syrup with the creaminess of custard-soaked French bread and cream cheese. Perfect for a special brunch or a cozy family breakfast, this dish is topped with a homemade blueberry syrup for an extra burst of flavor.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 16

Cooking Time: 75 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Loaf French bread, cubed
• 1.5 Cups blueberries
• 2 8 Ounces (oz) packages cream cheese, divided
• 12 Large eggs, whisked
• 0.33 Cups maple syrup
• 2 Cups milk
• 1 Pinch cooking spray, to taste
• 1.5 Cups white sugar
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) cornstarch
• 1.5 Cups water
• 1.5 Cups fresh blueberries
• 1.5 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter

Steps

1. Prepare Baking Dish: Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place half of the bread cubes in the dish and top with 1.5 cups of blueberries. Scatter the cream cheese cubes over the berries and cover with the remaining bread cubes.
2. Make Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, and milk. Pour the egg mixture over the bread in the dish. Cover and chill overnight.
3. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4. Bake Strata: Bake the strata in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove the cover and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
5. Prepare Blueberry Syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat and cook for 5 minutes. Add the remaining 1.5 cups of blueberries and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter.
6. Serve: Serve the strata warm, topped with the blueberry syrup. Enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Blueberry Maple Custard Strata!