Brioche French Toast with Strawberries

If you're craving something luxurious for your next brunch, this Brioche French Toast with Fresh Strawberries and Whipped Cream is the ultimate indulgence. Thick, buttery slices of brioche are soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard, griddled to golden perfection, and topped with juicy macerated strawberries and a generous cloud of homemade whipped cream. It’s a bakery-style breakfast you can make right at home — and it’s easier than you think.

Whether you're celebrating a weekend morning, hosting a brunch, or just want to treat yourself to something extra special, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Uses rich, buttery brioche for an ultra-decadent base

• Sweet fresh strawberries create a naturally fruity topping

• Easy homemade whipped cream adds a creamy contrast

• A perfect balance of comfort food and elegance

• Great for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or just-because brunches

Final Thoughts:

This Brioche French Toast with Fresh Strawberries and Whipped Cream is the kind of breakfast that turns a regular morning into something memorable. It’s fluffy, creamy, fruity, and just sweet enough. The brioche delivers richness, the strawberries bring brightness, and the whipped cream ties it all together.

Serve it with a hot latte, a mimosa, or just a big smile. You deserve this!

Yield: 4 servings

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Brioche French Toast with Strawberries

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 25 Min

If you're craving something luxurious for your next brunch, this Brioche French Toast with Fresh Strawberries and Whipped Cream is the ultimate indulgence. Thick, buttery slices of brioche are soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard, griddled to golden perfection, and topped with juicy macerated strawberries and a generous cloud of homemade whipped cream. It’s a bakery-style breakfast you can make right at home — and it’s easier than you think.

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Ingredients

For the French Toast

• 6 thick slices of day-old brioche bread
• 3 large eggs
• ¾ cup whole milk (or half & half for richer custard)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• Butter, for the pan

For the Strawberries

• 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ½ tsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream

• ½ cup heavy whipping cream, cold
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla. Toss to coat and let sit at room temperature while you prepare the rest. This draws out their juices and creates a lightly sweet, fruity syrup.
2. In a chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla with a hand mixer (or stand mixer) on high speed until soft peaks form, about 2–3 minutes. Chill until ready to use.
3. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Preheat a griddle or nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a knob of butter. Dip each slice of brioche in the custard for about 15–20 seconds per side, allowing it to absorb the mixture without becoming soggy.
5. Cook each slice for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
6. Plate the warm French toast slices, spoon macerated strawberries on top, and finish with a dollop (or swirl) of whipped cream. Drizzle any leftover strawberry syrup over everything. Optional: garnish with fresh mint or a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Use slightly stale brioche — it holds the custard better and won’t fall apart.

Don’t skip the maceration — it transforms fresh strawberries into a syrupy topping.

Make it extra fancy with a drizzle of honey or a dusting of cinnamon sugar.

Want it dairy-free? Use almond milk and coconut whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

513

Sugar

17 g

Protein

14 g

Fat

32 g

Carbs

44 g

Sat. Fat

18 g

Cholesterol

280 mg

Fiber

1 g

Net carbs

43 g

Sodium

340 mg

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.