Description
A delightful breakfast treat that combines creamy, rich flavors with the sweetness of fresh strawberries, perfect for special occasions or weekend brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 thick slices of brioche bread
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the baking dish)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for the strawberry drizzle)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for the strawberry drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Set aside.
- Take a slice of brioche bread and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture and strawberries on one side. Top with another slice of brioche to create a sandwich. Repeat for all slices.
- Cut each cream cheese-filled sandwich into quarters.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Place the cut sandwiches into the greased baking dish, arranging them in a single layer. Pour the egg mixture over the bread and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small bowl and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Once baked, let the French toast cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and drizzle the strawberry mixture over the top.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, warm individual portions in the microwave or oven.
- For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flaxseed meal and use plant-based milk and cream cheese.
- For gluten-free, choose gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Baked French Toast, Cream Cheese, Strawberries, Breakfast, Brunch