Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Start your day with this comforting, better-than-takeout breakfast. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the crispy edges and juicy peaches. The trick I discovered is using day-old bread. It soaks up the custard perfectly, and the result is irresistible. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Rolls and Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders.

What You'll Need for Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 loaf day-old French bread
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 cups fresh peach slices (about 4-5 peaches)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Salt
• Optional: Powdered sugar
• Optional: Fresh berries
• Optional: Whipped cream

How to Make Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

1. Prepare the bread: Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the custard over the bread cubes and let them soak for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the peaches: In a separate bowl, combine peach slices, brown sugar, flour, and baking powder. Toss to coat the peaches evenly. Arrange the peaches on top of the bread mixture.
4. Add the topping: Drizzle the melted butter over the peaches. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
5. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the French toast bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
6. Serve: Let the French toast bake cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and whipped cream if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

Freezing Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. The texture may be slightly different from the original.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with milk or a dairy-free alternative.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the fresh peaches with canned or frozen peaches. Thaw the frozen peaches before using.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the French toast bake the night before and refrigerate. In the morning, preheat your oven and bake as directed, adding an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the center is still jiggly, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, tent the baking dish with aluminum foil.

Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

30 mins

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Cook

45 mins

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Total

1 hr 15 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

High-protein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 loaf day-old French bread
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 cups fresh peach slices (about 4-5 peaches)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Seasonings

• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Salt

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar
• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Prepare the bread: Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the custard over the bread cubes and let them soak for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the peaches: In a separate bowl, combine peach slices, brown sugar, flour, and baking powder. Toss to coat the peaches evenly. Arrange the peaches on top of the bread mixture.
4. Add the topping: Drizzle the melted butter over the peaches. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
5. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the French toast bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
6. Serve: Let the French toast bake cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and whipped cream if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with milk or a dairy-free alternative.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the fresh peaches with canned or frozen peaches. Thaw the frozen peaches before using.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the French toast bake the night before and refrigerate. In the morning, preheat your oven and bake as directed, adding an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the center is still jiggly, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, tent the baking dish with aluminum foil.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. The texture may be slightly different from the original.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 390
• Protein: 12g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 50g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 23g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Cholesterol: 170mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Peach Cobbler French Toast Bake – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!