Peach French Toast Casserole
This Peach French Toast Casserole is a delightful twist on a classic breakfast dish, combining the sweetness of ripe peaches with a rich, custardy French toast.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches or 1-2 cans of peaches, drained
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Maple syrup for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread half of the bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- Layer the sliced peaches over the bread cubes.
- Top with the remaining bread cubes, spreading them out evenly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and peaches, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake the casserole for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup if desired.