Description
This Slow Cooker Strawberry French Toast Casserole is perfect for a stress-free, delicious breakfast. Sweet bread, fresh strawberries, and a custard mixture cook slowly to create a warm, tender, and flavorful dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cubed (about 8 cups)
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh strawberries, whipped cream
Instructions
- Grease the slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray.
- Layer half of the bread cubes in the bottom of the slow cooker, then sprinkle half of the sliced strawberries over the bread.
- Repeat with remaining bread and strawberries.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and strawberries, pressing down slightly to soak the bread.
- Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours, or until the custard is set and bread is tender.
- Serve warm with optional toppings such as powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh strawberries, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture and soaking.
- Can be prepared the night before and cooked in the morning.
- Substitute other berries like blueberries or raspberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American