Peach French Toast Bake

From Ellie Krieger

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• 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.