Peach French Toast Bake

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"From Ellie Krieger"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 large whole wheat baguette (about 8 ounces)
• 4 whole eggs
• 4 egg whites
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 5 cups sliced peaches
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

directions

1. Spray a 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray; slice the baguette into ½-inch slices.
2. Arrange the slices in a single layer in the pan.
3. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, milk, and vanilla together.
4. Pour mixture over the bread in the pan.
5. In another bowl, toss the peaches with the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar.
6. Scatter the peach slices evenly on top of the bread; combine the remaining brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the top.
7. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8. Preheat oven to 350°; uncover and bake for 40 minutes.
9. Serve with a dollop of vanilla yogurt, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a side of Canadian bacon.