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Quick Creamy Strawberry Ricotta French Toast Bake

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A quick and comforting French toast bake featuring creamy ricotta and fresh strawberries, perfect for an easy brunch that feels indulgent yet light.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups day-old brioche or challah, cubed
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk or 2%
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, chopped toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Cube 8 cups of day-old brioche or challah into roughly 1-inch pieces and toss into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Lightly blend 1 cup ricotta cheese with a spatula or mixer until creamy but still slightly textured.
  4. Gently fold the ricotta into the custard mixture until evenly distributed.
  5. Fold in 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries carefully to avoid smashing.
  6. Pour the custard and strawberry mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish. Press down lightly with a spatula to encourage soaking. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and custard is set (a knife inserted should come out clean). Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Let the bake cool for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess. Refrigerate during soaking to help bread absorb custard evenly. If using frozen strawberries, thaw and drain excess liquid. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread and plant-based milk. For vegan, substitute eggs with flaxseed eggs and use plant-based ricotta.

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