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!
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Recipe Information
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)
- as desired Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly layer half of them in the prepared baking dish.
Scatter half of the sliced strawberries and banana slices over the bread layer.
Add the remaining bread cubes on top, followed by the remaining strawberries and bananas.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and fruit, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the foil or plastic wrap and place the baking dish in the oven.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is fully set.
Let the French toast rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.0 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.7 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1665 mg | 555% | |
| Sodium | 3789 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 622.8 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 344.1 g | ||
| Protein | 104.1 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1125 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3348 mg | 71% | |
*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.
