Description
Strawberry Cream French Toast Bake is a luscious breakfast dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Picture layers of fluffy bread soaked in a creamy custard, studded with sweet strawberries, and baked to golden perfection. This make-ahead recipe ensures you can enjoy your time with family and friends while it bakes. With a dusting of powdered sugar on top, this delightful treat will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices stale brioche or challah bread, cubed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Spread the cubed bread evenly in the dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Pour over the bread cubes until soaked.
- Scatter sliced strawberries on top of the mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg