Strawberry-Topped French Toast Bake

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Strawberry-Topped French Toast Bake
540 min.
6
542kcal

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Indulge in a delightful morning treat with our Strawberry-Topped French Toast Bake, a perfect dish for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast. This vegetarian recipe combines the comforting flavors of creamy pineapple-infused French bread with the sweetness of fresh strawberries, creating a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of golden-brown French toast baking in the oven, ready to be served with a luscious strawberry topping. This dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and an overnight refrigeration step, you can set it up the night before and let it work its magic while you sleep.

The combination of rich cream cheese and fluffy bread, soaked in a custard of eggs and milk, results in a decadent texture that pairs beautifully with the vibrant, juicy strawberries. Whether you’re hosting a brunch party or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this French toast bake is sure to impress. Serve it warm, drizzled with melted butter and topped with the refreshing strawberry mixture, and watch as your loved ones savor every bite. Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with this scrumptious recipe!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz bread french cut into 24 (3/4-inch-thick) slices ( 18 inches long)
  • oz approx cream cheese spread 
  •  eggs 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • cups strawberries fresh
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons amaretto 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Spread about 1 tablespoon cream cheese on 12 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices to form 12 sandwiches.
  3. Place sandwiches in baking dish to cover bottom of dish.
  4. In medium bowl, beat eggs. Beat in milk, 1/4 cup sugar, the salt and cinnamon until well blended.
  5. Pour over bread in baking dish.
  6. Let stand at room temperature 5 minutes. Turn bread slices over. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  7. Chop 1 cup of the strawberries. (Refrigerate remaining berries.) In nonmetal bowl, gently stir chopped strawberries, 1/2 cup sugar and the amaretto until mixed. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  8. When ready to bake, heat oven to 400°F. Uncover baking dish; drizzle bread slices with melted butter.
  9. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Meanwhile, slice remaining strawberries and add to chilled strawberry mixture; mix lightly.
  11. Serve French toast with strawberry topping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories542kcal
Protein12.02%
Fat30.47%
Carbs57.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.95
Glycemic Load
50.6
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.553478375725%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.61mg
Petunidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.3mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
23.86mg
Peonidin
0.05mg
Catechin
2.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.75mg
Epicatechin
0.4mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.07mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:541.75kcal
27.09%
Fat:18.28g
28.12%
Saturated Fat:9.76g
60.99%
Carbohydrates:77.64g
25.88%
Net Carbohydrates:74.01g
26.91%
Sugar:37.99g
42.21%
Cholesterol:147.47mg
49.16%
Sodium:816.12mg
35.48%
Alcohol:1.3g
100%
Alcohol %:0.52%
100%
Protein:16.23g
32.46%
Vitamin C:56.45mg
68.43%
Selenium:32µg
45.71%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.66%
Vitamin B1:0.59mg
39.65%
Folate:129.96µg
32.49%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.83%
Iron:3.89mg
21.59%
Vitamin B3:4.09mg
20.45%
Phosphorus:203.05mg
20.3%
Calcium:168.79mg
16.88%
Fiber:3.63g
14.51%
Vitamin A:711.76IU
14.24%
Magnesium:45.37mg
11.34%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.05%
Zinc:1.48mg
9.84%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.79%
Potassium:340.31mg
9.72%
Copper:0.19mg
9.33%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.14%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.89%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.84%
Vitamin K:3.2µg
3.05%