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Baked Strawberries and Cream French Toast

Delicious Baked Strawberries and Cream French Toast Delight

This Baked Strawberries and Cream French Toast transforms your brunch with its rich layers of custard and strawberries, ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups bread, cubed Use your favorite bread, such as brioche or challah, for a richer flavor.
  • 4 large eggs These provide the necessary structure and richness to the custard.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream Consider substituting with half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup milk Whole milk will make it extra creamy.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adjust to taste, especially if your strawberries are super sweet.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Try using freshly scraped vanilla beans for an extra treat.
For the Fruit
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced Fresh strawberries are ideal; consider mixing in blueberries or raspberries.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the cubed bread to the egg mixture, stirring gently to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated.
  4. Fold in the sliced strawberries carefully, avoiding breaking them apart too much.
  5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and the custard is set.
  7. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving; top with powdered sugar or maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a sturdy bread like brioche or challah for best results. For variations, experiment with different fruits.

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