Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole

This French toast casserole recipe is made of chocolate brioche bread, fresh sliced strawberries, eggs and cream. The mixture is baked in a casserole dish until it’s golden brown and pure brunch perfection!

Table of Contents

1. How to Make Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole
2. Tips and Tricks for Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole
3. Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole

Hey cousins! This is the time of the year that I love to invite my girls over to have brunch, and sip on mimosas. I usually like to have some type of breakfast or brunch casserole made as a main course. In this post I’m going to share a recipe for delicious chocolate strawberry French toast casserole. This recipe is always a winner! It pairs well with crispy bacon, fluffy eggs and fresh fruit. When I make it, there is never any leftovers, and it’s usually gone within minutes. Y’all definitely have to give this one a try! Let me tell you how it’s made.

How to Make Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole

Ingredients

6 cups  cubed chocolate Brioche Bread 

6 large eggs, room temp 

1 cup French Vanilla coffee creamer 

1 cup heavy cream 

2 tsp vanilla extract 

1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon 

½ tsp ground nutmeg

2/3 cup brown sugar 

1 cup strawberries, diced and stem removed 

1-2 tbsp powdered sugar 

Utensils

• Baking Spatula
• 9×13 casserole or bake dish
• Large mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Baking sheet
• Plastic wrap

What if I can’t find chocolate brioche bread?

If you can’t find chocolate brioche bread, simply buy regular brioche bread, and add 1 cup of mini chocolate chips to 6 cups of cubed brioche.

Instructions

1. Place the bread cubes on a parchment covered baking sheet, and let sit out overnight so the bread can dry out.
2. Grab a large mixing bowl, and add in the eggs, milk,  French vanilla creamer, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon and brown sugar. 
3. Whisk everything until it’s well combined, then set the bowl to the side.
4. Slice strawberries, and set to the side. 
5. In a large bowl, add the chocolate bread chunks, strawberries and egg mixture. 
6. Fold the ingredients until well combined. 
7. Cover  the mixing bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
8. Preheat the oven to 350 F. 
9. Spray a 9 x13 baking dish with non-stick baking spray, then set to the side. 
10. Add the french toast mixture into the 9 x 13 dish, and smooth out the mixture into an even layer. 
11. Leave uncovered, and bake for 35-40 minutes. 
12. Check at the 35-minute mark, and if it is not done, bake for longer. 
13. Remove from the oven, and let it cool for 10 minutes. 
14. Sprinkle the top of  french toast  casserole with powdered sugar. 
15. Serve with maple syrup and fresh fruit!

Tips and Tricks for Chocolate Strawberry French Toast Casserole

How can I make personal french toast casseroles instead of using a 9×13 bake dish?

If you’re wanting to make personal-size french toast casseroles instead of using a 9×13, simply use ramekins.

How to store leftover french toast casserole

Store leftover french toast casserole in airtight containers, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Warm it up in the microwave when ready.

Other breakfast and brunch recipes to try

• Southern Hash Browns
• Bacon, Eggs, and Butternut Squash Hash
• Easy Grits Recipe
• Biscuits and Gravy Recipe

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