Lorilyn's Baked Strawberry French Toast

Elevate your morning routine with Lorilyn's Baked Strawberry French Toast, a luscious breakfast casserole that combines sweet bursts of fresh strawberries with the comforting richness of custard-soaked French bread. This make-ahead dish is perfect for busy mornings or special occasions, featuring a velvety mixture of eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream infused with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. Topped with a golden-brown streusel for a delightful crunch, this baked French toast is easy to prepare and ideal for feeding a crowd. Let it rest overnight to maximize flavor, and serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of whipped cream. Perfect for brunch gatherings or holiday mornings, this dish is a showstopping blend of convenience and indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread
• 2 cups Fresh strawberries
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
• 0 Maple syrup or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Cut the French bread loaf into 1-inch cubes and spread half of the cubes in an even layer in the baking dish.

Step 3

Wash and slice the strawberries, then scatter half of the strawberries over the bread layer.

Step 4

Top with the remaining bread cubes and the remaining strawberries, spreading them evenly.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and strawberries, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.

Step 7

Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for best results.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9

Prepare the streusel topping by mixing the flour and brown sugar in a small bowl. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 10

Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the French toast.

Step 11

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Allow the French toast to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup or whipped cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4162.7

Total Fat 160.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 1476.6mg	0%
Sodium 4540.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 555.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 289.4g
Protein 109.4g	0%

Vitamin D 460.7IU	0%
Calcium 1126.7mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 2291.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 54.2%