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Cozy Caramelized Peach French Toast Bake

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A warm, comforting brunch dish featuring caramelized peaches atop custard-soaked brioche, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for easy weekend gatherings or special mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf day-old brioche or challah bread (about 12 ounces/340 grams), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) whole milk or half-and-half (dairy-free milk like oat milk can be used)
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (about 2 cups/300 grams)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: pinch of ground nutmeg or cardamom
  • Optional for serving: maple syrup or honey
  • Optional for serving: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Cut the day-old brioche or challah into 1-inch cubes and place evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing gently to ensure all pieces soak up the liquid.
  4. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  5. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced peaches, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until peaches soften and develop a golden, syrupy glaze, about 8 to 10 minutes. Optionally add nutmeg or cardamom.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Spoon the caramelized peaches evenly over the soaked bread, allowing syrup to drizzle through.
  8. Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Let the bake rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with optional powdered sugar and maple syrup or honey.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best custard absorption. Soak bread overnight for optimal texture. Caramelize peaches slowly over medium heat to avoid burning. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. For gluten-free, substitute bread accordingly. Variations include adding nuts, spices, or bourbon for flavor twists.

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