Description
A creamy and indulgent breakfast casserole featuring layers of brioche, rich custard, and fresh strawberries, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf (12–16 oz) brioche or challah, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Cube the brioche or challah into 1-inch pieces and toss them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon to make the custard.
- Layer half the cubed bread, scatter sliced strawberries and dollops of softened cream cheese, then top with remaining bread.
- Pour the custard over all and gently press down.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes until golden and set.
Notes
Serve warm with syrup, whipped cream, or fruit compote. Perfect for potlucks and can be prepared ahead.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg