Overnight Strawberry Banana French Toast

Transform your mornings with this luscious Overnight Strawberry Banana French Toast, the ultimate make-ahead breakfast casserole that blends the rich flavors of French bread (or brioche) with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries and bananas. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this dish combines layers of soft bread cubes with vibrant fruit, all soaked in a decadent custard mixture made with eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Prepared the night before for ultimate convenience, it bakes to golden perfection with a fluffy, creamy interior and an irresistible fruity burst in every bite. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, this overnight French toast is a must-try for festive brunches, holiday mornings, or special family gatherings. Savor the ease, elegance, and unbeatable flavor in every bite of this breakfast masterpiece!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread (or brioche)
• 2 cups Strawberries, sliced
• 2 medium Bananas, sliced
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter, for greasing
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for topping)
• 0 as desired Maple syrup (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly layer half of them in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Scatter half of the sliced strawberries and banana slices over the bread layer.

Step 4

Add the remaining bread cubes on top, followed by the remaining strawberries and bananas.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and fruit, ensuring all pieces are soaked.

Step 7

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).

Step 8

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9

Remove the foil or plastic wrap and place the baking dish in the oven.

Step 10

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is fully set.

Step 11

Let the French toast rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2374.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4447.5

Total Fat 171.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1664.6mg	0%
Sodium 3788.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 622.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.2g	0%
Total Sugars 344.1g
Protein 104.1g	0%

Vitamin D 460.7IU	0%
Calcium 1125.3mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 3347.9mg	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: 34.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 56.0%