Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A baked French toast casserole infused with fresh rosemary and topped with macerated strawberries for a fragrant, sweet brunch. This french-inspired brunch ready in about 65 minutes pairs thick-cut brioche bread, cubed, whole milk, heavy cream for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves 8 French cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish with 2 tbsp butter. Spread 8 cups cubed brioche bread evenly in the dish.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 6 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing lightly to soak. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, toss 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries with 1 tbsp sugar (optional) and let them macerate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake the French toast bake for 45-50 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve topped with the macerated strawberries.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep whole milk from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Strawberry-Rosemary French Toast Bake?

French brunch like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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