Name: Strawberry French Toast Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 9 h 20 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12-14 ounce) loaf french bread, sourdough bread, or challah; 8 ounces (224g) full-fat block cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 2 Tablespoons (15g) confectioners' sugar; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, divided; 8 large eggs; 2 cups (480ml) whole milk*; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2/3 cup (133g) packed light or dark brown sugar; 2 cups (325g) sliced or chopped strawberries; optional for serving: confectioners' sugar, strawberry topping sauce, and/or maple syrup