Description
This delicious Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake is a perfect brunch dish that can be prepared the night before. With layers of bread, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries, it’s sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- 8 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup maple syrup or honey
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Extra strawberries and whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread half the bread cubes in the bottom.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over the bread layer.
- Sprinkle half of the strawberries on top.
- Add the remaining bread cubes and top with the rest of the strawberries.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, and maple syrup until combined. Pour evenly over the bread mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until golden and set in the middle.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream and extra strawberries.
Notes
- This dish is great for brunch gatherings or holiday breakfasts.
- Feel free to use other fruits such as blueberries or raspberries for variation.
- Can be prepared a day in advance for added convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece