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Baked French toast with strawberries topped with pecans on a white plate, garnished with fresh strawberries

Baked French Toast with Strawberries

This baked French toast with strawberries combines custardy bread, caramelized pecan crunch, and juicy strawberries to create the best baked French toast dish for indulgent yet healthy breakfasts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 12 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup melted butter For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup For the Topping
  • 1 cup chopped pecans For the Topping
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, chopped For the Topping
  • Additional maple syrup for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your baking dish: Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish to ensure your French toast doesn't stick.
  • Layer the bread: Arrange the bread slices in a single layer in the dish.
  • Make the custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Soak the bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices. Press lightly to ensure the custard is well absorbed.
  • Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, and maple syrup. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  • Assemble: Spread the pecan topping generously over the custard-soaked bread.
  • Refrigerate: Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld.
  • Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Remove the dish from the refrigerator while the oven heats. Bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes until the top is golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let it cool: Allow the dish to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve: Top with chopped strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven. Customize for dietary restrictions by using alternative ingredients as needed.