Name: Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 oz challah or French bread, cut into large chunks; 24 ounces frozen sliced peaches, thawed and drained (or use any fruit you want); 1 1/4 cups almond milk; 5 eggs; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for topping); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tsp light butter; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of breakfast and dessert with this Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake. This easy-to-make casserole combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with buttery bread, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for brunches or family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can assemble it the night before and bake it fresh in the morning, impressing your guests with minimal effort. Versatile and customizable, swap peaches for your favorite fruits like berries or apples to suit your taste. Serve it warm drizzled with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet touch that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

10 oz challah or French bread, cut into large chunks
24 ounces frozen sliced peaches, thawed and drained (or use any fruit you want)
1 1/4 cups almond milk
5 eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp light butter
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

Grease a 13×9 casserole dish and layer in bread chunks.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, almond milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread, pressing down gently to ensure coverage.
Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Top the soaked bread with thawed peaches.
Mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon for streusel topping; sprinkle over peaches.
Bake uncovered for 45–60 minutes until golden brown and set. Let cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 305
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Use fresh fruit if desired; adjust amount based on preference. For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free bread and flour. Add spices like nutmeg or nuts for extra flavor variations.