Tender brioche slices soaked in a rich vanilla-cinnamon custard, pan-fried until golden, and topped with warm sautéed peaches for a fresh, fruity breakfast.
Peach French Toast
Ingredients
Scales from a half to a double batch; cook in rounds so the pan stays hot.
- 8.0 slicesbrioche or challah bread, about 1-inch thick slices
- 4.0large eggs
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)sugar
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
- 2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, for cooking
- 3.0 cups (450.0 g)fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced
- 1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)brown sugar
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
- 1.0 tsp (14.0 g)unsalted butter, for sautéing peaches
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Instructions
- In a wide shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, sugar, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and fine sea salt until fully combined.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each slice of brioche or challah bread, about 1-inch thick, into the egg mixture, soaking both sides well but without letting the bread become soggy.
- Place the soaked slices in the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked French toast to a warm plate and cover loosely with foil.
- In a separate skillet, melt 1 teaspoon unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced peaches, brown sugar, and fresh lemon juice.
- Sauté the peaches for about 5 minutes, stirring gently, until they soften and release their juices but still hold their shape.
- Spread the warm peaches evenly over the cooked French toast slices and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use thick slices of brioche or challah for the best texture and flavor in French toast.
- To intensify vanilla flavor, substitute pure vanilla extract with 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or scrape one vanilla bean into the custard.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make peach french toast?
Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4 servings.
How should I store peach french toast?
Store leftover French toast and peaches covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or toaster oven to preserve texture.
Can I make peach french toast ahead?
Prepare the custard the night before and keep it covered in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 4 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (4 servings): ~2188 cal · 104g fat · 249g carbs · 68g protein · 121g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 547 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Moderate cycling 56 min·11.2 mi
- Swimming laps 77 min
- Jogging 54 min·4.5 mi·~8650 steps
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- Dancing 89 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 56 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 127 min
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