Strawberry French Toast Bake

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Hawaiian Bread (or french bread)
• 5 eggs
• 2 cups nonfat milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 cups sliced strawberries (about 1 pint)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup cold butter (cubed)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Topping ---

2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.

3. 3

   --- Strawberry French Toast ---

4. 4

   If planning to bake immediately, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use butter (or cooking spray) to lightly grease an 9"x13" baking dish.

5. 5

   Wash strawberries and remove the stems. Cut into thin slices. Pro tip: Use an egg slicer for the berries if you have one.

6. 6

   In a medium sized bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Set aside

7. 7

   Tear or cut bread into 1-2" cubes. Layer half of the bread in the baking dish, then layer half of the sliced strawberries. Repeat with the remaining bread and sliced strawberries.

8. 8

   Pour egg mixture evenly over bread and strawberries. Gently press down on the bread so the egg mixture soaks into every piece, but careful not to smoosh the strawberries. Sprinkle topping evenly on top.

9. 9

   If making ahead: Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Let the casserole sit out while the over preheats to 350 degrees F. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or up to an hour if needed. Allow to cool and set for 10 minutes.

10. 10

    If baking immediately: Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 45-50 minutes. Allow to cool and set for 10 minutes. Serve warm, preferably with syrup and whipped cream!