Strawberries and Cream French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet strawberries and creamy custard with this Strawberries & Cream French Toast Casserole. This make-ahead breakfast dish features layers of challah bread soaked in a rich egg mixture, complemented by bursts of strawberry jam and cream cheese, and topped with fresh strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6-8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Challah bread
- Strawberry jam
- Cream cheese
- Fresh strawberries
- Eggs
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
- Sugar
- Salt
Instructions:
- Cut the challah bread into cubes and layer half in a baking dish.
- Dollop spoonfuls of strawberry jam and cream cheese over the bread.
- Add the remaining bread cubes on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread layers.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, preheat the oven and bake the casserole until golden and set.
- Top with fresh strawberries before serving.
Instructions
- For a richer flavor, use brioche instead of challah.
- To add a citrusy twist, incorporate a teaspoon of lemon zest into the egg mixture.
- This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for convenience.
