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Overnight Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Casserole

Overnight Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Casserole

The ultimate comfort food, this Overnight Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Casserole marries the creamy goodness of cheesecake with fluffy French toast. With layers of sweet strawberries and a drizzle of maple syrup, it’s an easy weeknight breakfast that’s sure to impress. Make it tonight for a delightful morning surprise!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • 12 slices Challah bread Day old - French, Italian or any other bread good for French Toast
  • 12 oz light cream cheese
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 10 eggs eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup half-and-half
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup for serving

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  2. Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in granulated sugar until thoroughly combined.
  4. Beat in 1 egg and lemon juice until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  5. Whisk together 10 eggs, milk, half-and-half, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  6. Schmear bread with cream cheese mixture. Layer on sliced strawberries. Place another slice of bread on top to create a sandwich. Repeat for all slices of bread.
  7. Cut into cubes and place approximately two-thirds of the sandwich cubes into baking dish.
  8. Top with remaining strawberries and drizzle remaining cream cheese mixture over the top.
  9. Place remaining sandwich cubes on top.
  10. Finally, pour egg mixture over the top.
  11. Press down lightly and cover with plastic wrap.
  12. Refrigerate overnight.
  13. Remove from refrigerator and let rest while you preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  14. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  15. Remove foil and bake for another 25-35 minutes or until the surface is golden and the center is set.
  16. Serve with maple syrup or additional fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
  17. Combine equal parts strawberry jam and maple syrup. Heat on medium-high heat in microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between until the jam has dissolved into the syrup.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: This dish can be frozen before baking; just thaw and bake when ready.
  • Pairing: Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a balanced meal.
  • Tip for breakfast prep: You can prepare individual servings in muffin tins for a fun twist.
  • Special occasions: Great for holidays, brunch events, or family gatherings.