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Strawberry French Toast

Published June 9, 2019. Last Updated June 10, 2019 by Cheyanne

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This Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole is incredibly delicious and a breeze to throw together! Made with fresh strawberries, buttery brioche and finished with a crumbly walnut streusel, this french toast is perfect for entertaining and easy enough for Sunday brunch with the family! Plus, a super quick and easy homemade strawberry syrup recipe!Straight on shot of a stack of Strawberry Baked Challah French Toast on a white plate with homemade strawberry maple syrup, small vase of pink flowers and a milk glass blurred in the background.

*Updated*

This post was originally published in February 2016. I’ve updated the post below to include more information about baked strawberry french toast. Plus, I’ve included a recipe video to show you how easy these strawberry breakfast casserole is to make! 

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  • Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole
    • What is baked French toast? What is French toast bake?
      • How long can baked Strawberry French toast last?
    • Is Baked French Toast Soggy?
    • How to make baked French toast not soggy? Why is my baked French toast soggy?
    • Can you freeze baked Strawberry French toast casserole?
      • How to reheat baked French toast?
    • What should I serve with French toast casserole?
    • How to make Strawberry French Toast?
      • Step by Step Photos to make Baked Strawberry French Toast:
    • Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole
      • Ingredients
        • Walnut Streusel:
        • Optional for serving: Confectioner's Sugar, Maple Syrup
      • Instructions
      • Video
      • Notes
      • Nutrition
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Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole

This Baked French Toast is the breakfast of champions and it is the perfect way to enjoy summer fresh berries!!

This breakfast casserole is buttery and rich flavor with tender, crisp slices of brioche bread, juicy pops of fresh strawberries and a sweet, crumbly walnut streusel!

While it is outrageously delicious, it’s also an absolute cinch to throw together, can be prepared in advance and bonus – this French toast doesn’t require you slaving away flipping slices of bread over a hot stove!

With only 15 minutes of hands on time required, this strawberry french toast is elegant for entertaining yet easy enough for any lazy Sunday brunch!

Overhead shot of all the ingredients needed to make Strawberry French Toast recipe organized by individual ingredient on a white board.

What is baked French toast? What is French toast bake?

Baked French toast is an easy breakfast casserole and it’s a delicious, hands-off way to make traditional French toast!

Baked French toast, also known as a French toast casserole, can incorporate other savory or sweet ingredients layered with the bread, such as fresh fruit, slices of meat and/or streusel.

How long can baked Strawberry French toast last?

Baked French toast can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Overhead, up close shot of Strawberry French Toast in a casserole dish topped with streusel - photo of step 6 of the recipe.

Is Baked French Toast Soggy?

Baked French toast casserole should not be soggy at all. The French toast should be golden brown and crisp on top and soft throughout the middle and on the bottom.

How to make baked French toast not soggy? Why is my baked French toast soggy?

To avoid soggy baked French toast, follow these tips!

  • Use thick slices of bread. Cut your bread into ¾ to 1’’ thick slices. Using thin sliced bread will be too flimsy to dip into the egg and milk mixture.
  • Use stale bread. Make sure your bread is at least a day old! Stale bread won’t fall apart when dipped into the egg and milk mixture. If you don’t have stale bread, you can lightly toast the bread prior to dipping.
  • Use the proper type of bread. Make sure you use a dense bread, such as Brioche, Challah or French bread. Breads with a denser consistency will do a much better job holding together when dipped into the egg custard.
  • Don’t use too much milk. Adding too much dairy to the French toast custard will prevent the egg in the mixture from properly cooking, which will cause soggy baked French toast!
  • Mix the custard well. Whisk the egg and milk mixture until it is fully combined! You want the eggs to be fully incorporated into the dairy and seasonings.
  • Soak the bread. Make sure you dip your slices of bread into the egg and milk mixture before layering them into a prepared casserole dish. Simply pouring the egg and milk mixture over the layered slices of bread can result in the liquid pooling at the bottom of the dish, which can cause soggy French toast!

Angled shot of a stacked slice of Strawberry French Toast Casserole on a white plate with homemade strawberry maple syrup and a jar of syrup, milk glass and pink linen blurred in the background.

Can you freeze baked Strawberry French toast casserole?

Yes, you can freeze baked French toast!

To freeze baked French toast casserole, bake according to the recipe instructions. Once fully baked, allow the casserole to cool completely. Wrap the cooled casserole in plastic wrap and then foil, and freeze for up to 3 months.

How to reheat baked French toast?

To reheat frozen baked French toast, allow the casserole to what overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.

Loosely cover the top of the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes. Next, uncover the casserole and continue baking for 15 minutes or until warmed throughout.

What should I serve with French toast casserole?

No breakfast is complete with a few tasty sides! Below are a few delicious side dish options that pair well with baked French toast!

  • Breakfast meats – Sausage, bacon, Canadian bacon or ham
  • Smoked or Cured Salmon
  • Breakfast potatoes – Hash browns or home fries
  • Vegetable hash
  • Eggs – Scrambled, fried, baked or poached
  • Fresh fruit
  • Yogurt or Cottage cheese
  • Strawberries and cream

Straight on, up close shot of a stack of Strawberry French Toast on a white plate with homemade strawberry maple syrup and a jar of syrup and milk glass blurred in the background.

How to make Strawberry French Toast?

Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole is incredibly simple to make! With only 15 minutes of hands on prep time required, it’s easy enough for breakfast with the family and elegant enough for entertaining!

  1. Prepare the French toast custard.  Whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, melted butter, extracts and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Dip bread.  Dip each slice of bread into the custard, turning over to fully coat.
  3. Transfer to casserole dish.  Place each slice of bread into a baking dish, arranging the bread into overlapping rows with the bread standing straight up. Pour the remaining custard over the bread.
  4. Add the strawberries.  Tuck slices of strawberries in between the soaked slices of bread. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
  5. Prepare the streusel.  Whisk together walnuts, flour, sugars and salt. Drizzle in melted butter and stir with a fork until clumps form. Set aside.
  6. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Add streusel.  Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the bread.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes.
  9. Serve.  Allow the French toast to cool slightly before dusting with confectioner’s sugar and sprinkling with more sliced strawberries.

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Show your loved one(s) how much you care with an EPIC breakfast – this Strawberry French Toast!

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The best Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole recipe plus step-by-step video👇

Straight on shot of a stack of Baked Strawberry French Toast on a white plate with homemade strawberry maple syrup and a jar of syrup, fork, knife and pink linen to the side of the plate.
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Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole

This Baked Strawberry French Toast Casserole is incredibly delicious and a breeze to throw together!  Made with fresh strawberries, buttery brioche and finished with a crumbly walnut streusel, this french toast is perfect for entertaining and easy enough for Sunday brunch with the family!  Plus, a super quick and easy homemade strawberry syrup recipe!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Chill in refrigerator1 hr
Total Time2 hrs 15 mins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, breakfast casserole, Casserole, French Toast, strawberry
Servings: 8
Calories: 485kcal
Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups Whole Milk *
  • ½ Cup Heavy Cream (you can substitute whole milk or half-and-half)
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 3 TBS Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 TBS Unsalted Butter – melted and cooled, plus more for greasing pan
  • 1/2 tsp EACH: Vanilla Extract and Strawberry Extract
  • Kosher Salt
  • 1 loaf Brioche Bread – cut into 3/4’’ thick slices (can substitute challah)*
  • 2 Cups Strawberries , divided - hulled and sliced, plus more for serving

Walnut Streusel:

  • 1/3 Cup Walnuts – roughly chopped
  • 5 ½ TBS All Purpose Flour
  • 3 TBS Light Brown Sugar , packed
  • 1 ½ TBS Granulated Sugar
  • ¼ tsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 ½ TBS Unsalted Butter , melted

Optional for serving: Confectioner's Sugar, Maple Syrup

    Instructions

    • Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.  Set aside.
    • Prepare the French toast mixture:  In a large bowl or deep baking dish, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, melted butter, extracts and ¼ teaspoon salt. 
    • Dip bread:  Dip each slice of bread into the milk and egg mixture, turning over, until fully coated.
    • Prepare the casserole:  Transfer the dipped bread slices to the prepared baking dish, arranging the bread vertically in 2 overlapping rows standing upright.  Pour the remaining milk and egg mixture evenly over the bread.
    • Add berries:  Tuck 1 cup of the strawberries in between the bread slices.  Sprinkle the remaining cup of strawberries over the top of the casserole.  Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
    • Prepare the streusel:  In a medium bowl, whisk together the walnuts, flour, both sugars and ¼ teaspoon salt.  Drizzle in the melted butter and stir with a fork until both large and small chunks of streusel are formed.  Set aside.
    • Preheat oven:  When ready to bake, remove the French toast from the refrigerator and set on the counter while you preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
    •  Add streusel to top:  Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the bread.
    •  Bake for 55-60 minutes or until puffed and golden.  Loosely tent the top of the baking dish with aluminum foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking if the top is browning too quickly. 
    •  Serve:  Remove the casserole from the oven and allow to cool slightly.  Dust with confectioner’s sugar, sprinkle with more berries and drizzle with maple syrup.  Enjoy!

    Video

    Notes

      1. Make sure you are using bread that is at least a day old!  If you only have fresh bread, you can toast the bread in an oven preheated to 250 degrees F for 5-10 minutes, or until the bread is lightly toasted.
      2. Make sure your milk isn’t overly cold.  If your milk is too cold it will re-solidify the melted butter.
      3. This French toast requires at least 1 hour of refrigeration for best results.
      4. The streusel can be made in advance and stored, covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
    Easy Strawberry Syrup:
    1 (10 ounce jar) Strawberry preserves
    ¼ Cup Water
    Pinch of Kosher Salt
    Directions:
    1. In a small saucepan, add the preserves, water and salt. 
    2. Bring contents to a boil over high heat.  Immediately reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.  
    *Syrup will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 273mg | Sodium: 357mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1085IU | Vitamin C: 21.2mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 1.8mg

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    Comments

    1. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

      June 10, 2019 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      I haven’t had breakfast yet and now I’m starving. This looks SO GOOD! I’ll never have enough ways to enjoy strawberries :). Definitely adding this to my list for a holiday breakfast!

      Reply
    2. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      June 10, 2019 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      There is nothing better than brioche french toast for breakfast Chey! Such a special treat. And with all those fresh summer strawberries and walnut streusel? This is over the top delish!

      Reply
    3. Zainab says

      February 14, 2016 at 9:57 pm

      Using challah was such a great idea. Then u threw in salted caramel? Uhmmm sold. Then some booze? Well, I’m jumping for joy here 🙂

      Reply
    4. Ashlyn | Dollop of Yum says

      February 14, 2016 at 8:51 am

      This looks amazing! Challah bread is by far one of my favorite foods and I loooovvvveee French toast!

      Reply
    5. Claudia | The Brick kitchen says

      February 14, 2016 at 4:14 am

      OMG FRENCH TOAST!! My fave thing EVER. It is the one thing I can never pass up on a cafe menu, and if I need a celebration/sweet breakfast —> always french toast. Love how this one is baked so everyone’s is ready at the same time, and the strawberries look incredible. Straight on the to-make list, thanks Cheyenne!! x

      Reply
    6. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

      February 13, 2016 at 4:34 am

      Hey! This is such a gorgeous breakfast. I’m so in love with anything with strawberries, and this french toast is just beyond yum! Love how you used challah bread. So genius!

      Reply
    7. Beeta @ Mon Petit Four says

      February 11, 2016 at 5:36 pm

      I just want to dive into this fresh toast!! It looks utterly decadent and perfect!! Look at that gorgeous streusel topping!! And strawberry maple syrup?? Yes please!!! I am absolutely loving this, Cheyanne! Fantastic job, deary! So sorry your panthers lost, but this french toast would clearly diminish any sad feelings for sure!! XO

      Reply
    8. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

      February 10, 2016 at 7:50 pm

      Oh the toppings are never optional, in my humble opinion. I want them all and piled up high as the sky! Food shouldn’t be naked (he he he!). I didn’t watch a single minute of the game. I feel like a pretty bad American. Instead I watched re-runs of New Girl. Ha ha ha.

      Reply
    9. Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says

      February 10, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      Oh my! That walnut streusel has me weak at the knees!

      Reply
    10. Sam @ SugarSpunRun says

      February 10, 2016 at 2:53 pm

      5 stars
      Cheyanne… you are a genius. I cannot even imagine the divine combination of flavors (salted caramel!? Irish cream!? Strawberry!? Maple!?) that make up this French Toast. You’d better believe that I will be making this and I can’t WAIT (especially for that streusel topping… HEAVEN!!!!).
      P.S. Sorry the Panthers lost, I’m fairly indifferent to football but I was rooting for them, too! Good thing you had this French Toast to help cheer you up 😉

      Reply
    11. Cathy | whatshouldimakefor.com says

      February 10, 2016 at 2:06 pm

      wowzer! i’m a sucker for baked french toast and this is going into the recipe file stat! loving the strawberry syrup!

      Reply
    12. Summer says

      February 10, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      This looks so tempting ♥

      summerdaisy.net

      Reply
    13. Kennedy [email protected] KCole's Creative Corner says

      February 10, 2016 at 12:25 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like pretty much the perfect breakfast! I really love the title, too; it captures every bit of perfection that is this french toast 😉 The walnut streusel looks heavenly. Thanks for sharing! 😀

      Reply
    14. Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

      February 10, 2016 at 8:37 am

      Cheyanne, this french toast looks fabulous! The combination of Challah, salted caramel irish cream AND strawberry maple syrup sounds just heavenly. Pinned!

      Reply
    15. Marla Meridith says

      February 10, 2016 at 7:03 am

      This french toast looks amazing!!

      Reply
    16. Lynn | The Road to Honey says

      February 9, 2016 at 4:36 pm

      Our new apartment hosted 1.) a puppy bowl which was great for our pooch with the exception of one dog who thought it was more fun to hump my dog than chase footballs around (maybe he heard about those moose cookies) 2.) a Super Bowl party. . .which worked out perfectly for the Mr and I because we got to chow down on free food, watch drunk people fall off barstools, and laugh at a woman who was waaaaaaay too old to be wearing leather pants climb all over the pool table like a stripper. All this without having to feel obligated to hang around and watch the game. Jealous?

      Well one thing is for sure. . .I ‘ m jealous that you had this divine french toast to drown your sorrows in after the Panthers lost. And since it is boozy. . .I’d say it is the perfect cure for a post game hangover. 😉

      Reply
    17. Harriet Emily says

      February 9, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Wowwwww – my jaw dropped as soon as I read the title for this amazing recipe! This has to be the best french toast ever Cheyanne!!!!! It sounds absolutely incredible!!!!! The photos are so stunning too. I wish I could grab a plate of it out from my screen! <3

      Reply
    18. [email protected] says

      February 9, 2016 at 3:44 pm

      Love this and your description is heavenly. I have company coming in a few weeks and this is the perfect make ahead kind of thing that keeps me sane. And, I love the syrup. So simple, yet so special…

      Reply
    19. [email protected] says

      February 9, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      haha that name definitely says it all! So much goodness! I adore baked french toast for holidays / special occasions. And this looks fantastic!

      Yeah we watched a lot of the super bowl … and then fell asleep like 15 minutes before it ended. Whomp whomp. lol

      Reply
    20. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

      February 9, 2016 at 1:52 pm

      I wanna eat my feelings by digging into this – wait, actually, I’ve got no feelings when it comes to the game – I rooted for the Carolina Panthers just cos everyone else was rooting for the Broncos – but I didn’t even know who the top two were till we got to a friends little gathering – gah – am a lost cause when it comes to football – but this – this baked french toast made with challah and topped with walnut streusel ??? OHMYGAWRSH!!! I cannot even – just leave boy and come live with me and make me breakfast like this always puhleeze? Just kidding -about the leave boy part – seriously – this is holly – I’ve got no words that will do justice! Wow!

      Reply
    21. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

      February 9, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      Gahhhhh, this french toast, OMG. I can’t decide what I love the most about it? Salted caramel? Irish cream? The fact that it is baked? I DON’T KNOW. But I do know that I want to eat it RIGHT NOW. I only caught the end of the game because I was driving home from visiting my hometown, but since I’m not really a huge football fan I was ok with that. Sad your team lost, but at least you get to comfort yourself with this delicious french toast! Pinning this!

      Reply
    22. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

      February 9, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my gosh, this looks like total heaven. LOVE. Salted caramel irish cream…yes please forever.

      Reply
    23. My Dish is Bomb says

      February 9, 2016 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      Whoa. That french toast is to die for!! I have been obsessed with Bailey’s lately and I never thought to use it in french toast but I’m seriously loving this. Hope you’re staying healthy! There’s a cold/flu going around for sure.

      Reply
    24. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

      February 9, 2016 at 12:15 pm

      I would totally rather have this baked french toast than any old snack. Is that weird? Because if it is, I don’t want to be normal.

      Reply
    25. Linda | The Baker Who Kerns says

      February 9, 2016 at 12:05 pm

      Hahah you always have the longest titles! Which is always great because it means all of our lovely dishes are so diverse in flavors! This french toast looks amazinggg. First I first saw this I couldn’t close my mouth cause without a doubt I have never seen something like this before!!

      Reply
    26. Tessa | Salted Plains says

      February 9, 2016 at 11:26 am

      Holy wow! This looks incredible! How could anyone ever go back to regular old French toast?

      Reply
    27. Mir says

      February 9, 2016 at 8:15 am

      While I’m sad for you that your Panthers lost (and Rachelle too), I wanted Peyton to have one last great game. And he didn’t play that well, but at least he won.
      This is OVER THE TOP incredible!! I need to hire you to come up here to DC and make everybody brunch. I have never been more tempted to put everything down and make French toast!

      Reply
    28. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

      February 9, 2016 at 7:47 am

      Wow! This is over the top amazing! I’m not sure what my favorite part is….the french toast or that syrup!

      Reply
    29. [email protected] says

      February 9, 2016 at 7:33 am

      So sad the Panthers lost!
      But this french toast! Wow! What a wonderful way to use Salted Caramel Irish Cream. 🙂

      Reply
    30. Adina says

      February 9, 2016 at 2:43 am

      That looks so amazing. I have never had french toast, I think it is time. My kids would love this as well, I am sure of it.

      Reply
    31. Ben Maclain says

      February 8, 2016 at 11:10 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! (fainted). French toasts with Irish cream (salted caramel! – fainted again), strawberry (!) maple syrup, and walnut streusel? Sorry for being emotional, but these french toasts make me this way (fainted). You see what you’ve done, Chey (apart of these scrumptious toasts)? I do believe you should compensate my health issues caused by this recipe (or I will sue you). Ammmaaaa (fainted) ziiiiing work!

      Reply
    32. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

      February 8, 2016 at 10:11 pm

      I had a low key Super Bowl too. This French toast would’ve livened things up – it looks amazing!

      Reply
    33. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

      February 8, 2016 at 9:48 pm

      Yum! Yum! I don’t usually put much effort into breakfast but I have to break out of my rut for this incredible french toast!! Love the addition of Salted Caramel Irish Cream, and you can pile on that walnut streusel ’cause it’s looking GOOD! I didn’t watch much of the game, but I did catch the best part of the show…Bruno Mars. I am sorry that your Panthers lost…maybe next year…against the Patriots! xo

      Reply
    34. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

      February 8, 2016 at 8:56 pm

      Girl, I really needed some boozy breakfast today after that heartbreaking loss. Thanks so much for the Panthers love and we’ll #KeepPounding!

      Reply
    35. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

      February 8, 2016 at 7:26 pm

      Sorry your team didn’t win, but you win with this french toast, for sure! Beautiful and delicious 🙂

      Reply
    36. mira says

      February 8, 2016 at 6:34 pm

      Love challah and I think it makes the best french toast! This looks delicious and gorgeous! I’m sorry your team lost, girl! I didn’t watch the whole game (it was long…) but I ate lots of appetizers 🙂

      Reply
    37. Rachel @ Bakerita says

      February 8, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      You’ve outdone yourself. This is like everything I’ve ever wanted in a plate of breakfast! I spent the Superbowl being totally lazy on my couch, haha, only half watching. Oops. I wish this plate of french toast had been keeping my company – I’ve got to try it ASAP!

      Reply
    38. Kelly says

      February 8, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      We didn’t get a chance to see the Super Bowl but we did have a huge feast at our family’s house 🙂 This is one gorgeous french toast! So many good things! Strawberry syrup, walnut streusel, salted caramel irish cream? Heck to the yes!! <3

      Reply
    39. Stephanie | The Foodie and The Fix says

      February 8, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      Aaaahhh!!! This looks amazing, Cheyanne! Now I’m thinking that breakfast for dinner might just be in order 😉 The hubs and I were also in our PJs as we watched the game (ok, I didn’t, but I did glance up from time to time to watch the commercials and the halftime show) and ate some traditional game day grub 🙂

      Reply
    40. Manali @ CookWithManali says

      February 8, 2016 at 5:24 pm

      I didn’t really watch the match…just ate and slept! I know how boring!! I wish I had this french toast for breakfast though, now that would have made the day more fun! looks amazing!

      Reply
    41. Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says

      February 8, 2016 at 4:28 pm

      Cheyanne – We stayed in too and had some tacos and guac. It was nice to just be in comfortable clothes and enjoy my boyfriend’s company. This french toast…holy smokes. I am going to have to make this one very soon. I’m a huge fan of baked french toast, but the salted caramel Irish cream sounds like the perfect addition. 🙂

      Reply
    42. Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom says

      February 8, 2016 at 4:16 pm

      I didn’t watch the Super Bowl, but I did see the puppy bowl 😉 This is Valentine’s breakfast all the way! I love challah (or as I like to say, ‘holla’) – it’s so luscious and pillowy soft – omg and it soaks up all of those awesome flavors you’ve got going on here! A little booze and some streusel – sign me up!

      Reply
    43. Amanda says

      February 8, 2016 at 3:00 pm

      This is definitely what I want for Valentine’s Day! Baked French toast is crazy good anyway, but I am so happy that you covered it in streusel. You’ve made all my streusel dreams come true!

      Reply
    44. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

      February 8, 2016 at 2:34 pm

      5 stars
      I missed the Super Bowl – I forgot it was on! We usually have a super bowl pool at work but didn’t have one this year so maybe that’s why I forgot. As for this breakie – yumm! Love baked french toast and challah must be delicious since it’s a delicate bread. Love the streusel topping and the carmel irish cream, strawberry maple syrup! All absolutely delicious flavors, Cheyanne!

      Reply
    45. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

      February 8, 2016 at 1:59 pm

      I didn’t watch the bowl.. I was helping my cousin unpack her kitchen and hang blinds in her new house. BUT we did eat some snacks and ate red velvet cupcakes! It was all good. If I did watch the bowl, I would have preferred to stay at home in my jammies. It was sooo cold yesterday! Um, yes please and yes, please keep taking it over the top! Gorgeous and soooo delicious Chey. Challah french toast is a total weakness for me. I want to literally eat the entire loaf. It is SO rich, buttery and satisfying! Love how this can be made ahead and rested overnight for full on breakfast when I get up – after a quick bake! Delicious!!

      Reply
    46. lucie says

      February 8, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      Wow Cheyanne, that Irish Cream French Toast looks like THE best breakfast ever! Im putting it straight on my agenda for this weekend!

      Reply
      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:37 pm

        Thanks so much, Lucie! Hope if you try this you love it as much as we did! Cheers!

        Reply
    47. marcie says

      February 8, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      I hosted a Super Bowl shindig and unfortunately wasn’t into either team. I was thinking it would a blow out with the Panthers taking the game, but what do I know? At least Lady Gaga did an amazing job and the halftime show was good! Challah is the only bread I ever want to use for french toast — it’s just perfect. And the salted caramel and strawberry syrup sound like an amazing way to top this off — delicious!

      Reply
      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:36 pm

        Too bad I don’t live anywhere near you or I would have invited myself over, Marcie! 😉 Beyonce killed it for sure! Love that you use Challah for french toast too!! #GreatMinds! Thanks so much for the comment, my dear! Cheers!!

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    48. [email protected] says

      February 8, 2016 at 12:40 pm

      5 stars
      There’s nothing about this that I don’t love…easier said —–> I love everything about this! Sorry you weren’t feeling well yesterday! Dom and I watched from the comforts of our couch, though I took a much needed departure to hit the treadmill for a bit…was necessary after all those tots I ate last week! 😉 I can see it will be necessary again after eating this divine French toast – all the divine French toast! It’s very romantico, I must say! Brava! xoxo

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:35 pm

        Haha! Your too funny, Annie! And too sweet!! 🙂 Comforts of the couch are where it is AT! Except the only exercise I did yesterday was move my hand from the popcorn bowl to my mouth. Thanks for the sweet comment, my dear! Cheers! xoxo

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    49. Shikha @ Shikha la mode says

      February 8, 2016 at 12:20 pm

      Your Sunday sounds super relaxing! Plus this breakfast – amazing!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:32 pm

        Sundays are made for relaxing, right?! Thanks so much for the comment! Cheers!

        Reply
    50. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says

      February 8, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      Hey girl! So incredibly gorgeous! (Yeah you.) And this breakfast. Oh my word. Seriously. The strawberry syrup. The walnut streusel. The challah. Over the top. You have outdone yourself and I would love this at our next brunch. Which must be very soon!!! Valentine’s Day! Sorry about your team. We were rooting for them too as we lived in the Carolinas for many years. We hosted a party here, which is why I’m dragging today. Cheers to coffee, caffeine and a better week ahead! XOXO

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:31 pm

        Ha! You always make me smile, Allie! To sweet!! I know you lived in the Carolinas previously, so I figured you were rooting for the panthers.. Next year, hopefully! If you lived closer I would have invited myself to your party! 🙂 Cheers, doll! XO

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    51. Kevin | Keviniscooking says

      February 8, 2016 at 11:21 am

      5 stars
      Definitely the breakfast of champions – decadent champions! Wow, no need for lunch or maybe even dinner with this one… if I had it with some bacon, maybe. Ha! The walnut streusel did me in on top… I’m a sucker for that, but the name for this alone had me reading and the photos are making’ me hungry. Pinned and I’m with you and wish the Panthers won (not that I’m a big football fan) 🙂

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:30 pm

        Decadent champions for sure, Kevin! Bacon on the side would be fabulous.. but then again what wouldn’t be fabulous with a side of bacon?! 😉 Thanks so much for the kind comment and pin!! Cheers, buddy!

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    52. karrie @ Tasty Ever After says

      February 8, 2016 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      We all holla for challah!! hahaha! What are you doing to me? You know I’m on a low carb diet Bestie and I can’t be eatin’ this but I will be eatin’ this next Sunday cause gonna make it for my sweetie (and for me!). Plus it’s super easy with the overnight thing and I’m all about super easy breakfasts! Yay!! J and I got engaged on Valentine’s Day so we both treat this holiday as an extra special day each year. Thanks for providing us with a delicious extra special breakfast this year 🙂 xoxoxo P.S. that game sucked and I was totally rooting for the Cats 🙁

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:28 pm

        Hahaha! Holllllllaaa! I’m torturing you so you will end that stupid diet.. that’s what I’m doing! 😉 I didn’t know you and J got engaged on Vday! How sweet! He better treat you to something EXTRA special AND make you this french toast for the big day! 🙂 Thanks for the comment, peanut! Cheers! xoxoxo
        P.S. I’m not sure I even want to call that a game. 🙁

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    53. Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet says

      February 8, 2016 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      A $1,000 giveaway! WHOA! Keeping my fingers crossed on this one. Also keeping my fingers crossed that a piece of this french toast magically appears on my desk! HOLY YUM! Beautiful photos and that challah is absolutely stunning. Pinned! XOXO

      P.S. How close do you live to Concord, NC? I’m going to be in Concord later this year!!!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:26 pm

        How are you just seeing the giveaway, Lauren?! You better get on that! My fingers are crossed for you, my dear!! If I could do magic I would definitely make this french toast appear on your desk! 😉 Thanks so much for the comment love and pin! XO
        P.S. I’m about an hour and a half from Concord. Let me know when you are coming, maybe we can meet up! <3

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    54. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says

      February 8, 2016 at 9:27 am

      I am all about boozing up my breakfast and this French toast looks incredible! I love that you always go those extra few steps 😉 This looks perfect for a fun weekend brunch! Or maybe for today, to help me mourn our Superbowl loss. SO SAD!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:24 pm

        Thanks so much, Kathryn! Glad you appreciate the extra steps I feel necessary to take. 😉 Such a rough loss yesterday… Right there mourning with you. Sad indeed!!! Cheers friend!

        Reply
    55. Sues says

      February 8, 2016 at 8:46 am

      This is beautiful and looks super delicious! Salted caramel at breakfast is the best indulgence ever!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:23 pm

        Salted caramel any time of the day works for me, Sues! 😉 Thanks so much for the comment! Cheers!

        Reply
    56. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

      February 8, 2016 at 8:28 am

      I’m obsessed with anything with strawberries and this french toast is a great addition to brunch! The salted caramel Irish cream sounds incredible and I love that you used challah bread.

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:22 pm

        I feel you on the strawberry obsession, Ashley! Thanks so much for the sweet comment, my dear! Cheers! 🙂

        Reply
    57. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

      February 8, 2016 at 7:24 am

      That’s it – YOU HAVE WON BREAKFAST! So completely perfect!!! Meantime, we had guac and chips and wine, and one of us crept up to bed after the halftime show, and we all lived happily ever after. Cheers, my friend!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:21 pm

        Well thank you so much for the award! I kindly accept. 😉 Guac, chips, wine and an early bed time sound pretty perfect, Kate! My kinda night! Cheers, friend!

        Reply
    58. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

      February 8, 2016 at 7:16 am

      I’m not really a football fan, as I’m ALL about the snacks! My husband and I pretty much did the same thing as you…watched the game from our couch with some wine. But I definitely feel like I need a hearty breakfast after last night! This french toast looks GORGEOUS Cheyanne! I love that you used challah instead of regular bread! And that syrup sounds sooo good. Love this stunning dish! Pinned, of course!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:20 pm

        Who doesn’t love the snacks on Super Bowl, right?! Sounds like you and the hubs did it right yesterday! 😉 Thanks so much for the comment love and pin, Gayle! Cheers, friend! <3

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    59. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      February 8, 2016 at 7:02 am

      OMG Cheyanne! This looks french toast sounds totally amazing, and looks it too! That strawberry syrup, that walnut streusel, the salted caramel Irish cream! Let me say it again…OMG!! I love make ahead french toast bakes. They are perfect for company (or just myself!) and oh so decadently delicious! Did I mention challah!? I’m drooling on my screen!

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      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:19 pm

        Thank you so much, Mary Ann! I love make ahead anything! I’ll be sure to send you some napkins for the drool. 😉 Cheers, friend!

        Reply
    60. [email protected]'s Recipes says

      February 8, 2016 at 6:44 am

      That’s a fantastic meal to kick start the day!

      Reply
      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:17 pm

        I agree, Angie! Cheers!

        Reply
    61. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

      February 8, 2016 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      Salted caramel irish cream on french toast? Now, THAT is how you start a Monday. I wish that was my breakfast this morning.

      Reply
      • Cheyanne Bany says

        February 8, 2016 at 5:16 pm

        Lol, I couldn’t agree more, Dannii! If I could send you some I would! 😉 Cheers!

        Reply

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