This Healthy French Toast Bake is loaded with fresh peaches and a crunchy, almond streusel. Quick, easy and can be made ahead!
Welcome to the second annual brunch week hosted by Terri of Love and Confections and Susan of The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen! Join us May 5th through 11th while we celebrate the deliciousness of brunch and to prepare for Mother’s Day and summer brunching season. We have 32 bloggers bringing you their best brunch game, from cocktails to eggs benedict to donuts, there is something for everything this week. Our amazing sponsors have donated some great prizes for a gigantic giveaway, please visit them all for more information. And now onto the food!
Remember that Panera Hummus Chicken Power Salad, when I wrote an Ode to Panera Salads?
I’ve got another one for you. But, this time, I’m going “Breakfast Ode-y” on you.
It goes a little something like this:
Oh my dear French Toast,
For breakfast, I love you the most,
With your healthy, whole wheat yum,
You sure feel good in my tum!
You’re bursting with fresh peaches,
And, man oh man, I’m glad those aren’t leeches! (not much rhymes with peaches)
You’re topped with a nom-er-ific crunch
Which make you perfect for brunch!
You see what I did there, now this is perfect for ending Brunchweek! I mean, we have our own theme Ode WHICH mentions eating this for such an event.
I win at Odes.
Ifff we’re comparing them to the ones that little kids write in Kindergarten. Whatever. You liked it.
But what does win is this healthy French toast.
I think you’ll love this one for a twenty million and two reasons, but here are my key points (I realize I use points and bullets just about every post. But, they bring me joy. Don’t ask)
1. It’s SO EASY and you can make it the night before, and just pop ‘er in the oven in the morning. That means you can have decadent breakfast yumnosity on a WORK MORNING. I know. Mind blown.
2. It’s healthy. See above mentioned “feel good in my tum.”
3. Remember that Peach Martini? Peaches are delicious. And this has peaches. Which means this? It’s delicious.
4. Streusel makes everything better. Plus, this streusel is a little different – it’s more “nutty” than “floury” (does that make sense?) So it’s all “WHABAM” for your taste buds. You know, since they expect all streusels to lack the nut factor. Right? Yes.
But, the most important part about this Baked healthy French Toast? Umm, you guys, pretty food right here! *insert Taylor jumping up and down and pointing emphatically at French toast*
I personally love meals that look fancy pants enough to serve to guests but, little do they know, this girl was definitely not wearing any fancy pants when cookin’ it up.
Cooking pretty food in Pajamas for the win!

Healthy French Toast Bake with Peaches and Almond Streusel {Whole Wheat}
Ingredients
- 5 Slices whole wheat bread
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 Cup liquid egg whites about 4 large whites
- 1/4 Cup Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ginger powder
- 1 cup small peach diced (about 1 )
- 1 Tbsp Honey
- For the topping:
- 2 Tbsp Oat flour just put 2 Tbsp oatmeal into a food processor
- 2 Tbsp Rolled oats
- 2 Tbsp Brown sugar
- 6 Tbsp Almonds sliced
- 1/8 tsp Cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp Coconut oil melted
- Additional honey for drizzling.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, egg whites, almond milk, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon and ginger.
- Tear of the crust from the bread and rip it into cubes.
- Stir the cubes of bread in the egg mixture, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours - overnight (the longer the better!)
- To bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and spray two oval Brule dishes with cooking spray. *
- In a small bowl, stir together the diced peaches and 1 Tbsp of honey until the peaches are well coated.
- Stir the peaches into the bread mixture and then divide the bread mixture evenly between the 2 prepared dishes.
- In a small bowl, combine all the topping ingredients except the oil.
- Once the ingredients are well mixed, stir in the oil and mix until you have a chunky streusel and the oil is well dispersed.
- Divide the streusel evenly between each dish and bake until the eggs feel set, about 25 minutes.
- Turn you oven to high broil and then drizzle the French toast with a little bit of honey. Place back into the oven and broil for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the topping is nice and golden. It burns quickly, so watch it closely!
- Take out of the oven and let cool 5-10 minutes (It's REALLY HOT!) and then DEVOUR!
Recipe Notes
*you could bake this in a small baking dish, just make sure that there is room for the bread to rise as it raises A LOT when baking.
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Brunch Beverages:
- Mother’s Tea from The Vintage Cook
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Shrub from Healthy.Delicious.
- Smoky Chipotle Bloody Mary from Sarcastic Cooking
- Elderberry Whiskey Peach Smash from {i love} my disorganized life
- Moscato Mojitos from Real Housemoms
Brunch Eggs:
- Duck Hash from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Cracked Crab Artichoke Benedict from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Pancetta and Veggie Breakfast Skillet from Eat Your Heart Out
- The Mess from Quarter Life (Crisis) Cuisine
Brunch Mains:
- Spinach, Apple & Chicken Salad from White Lights on Wednesday
Brunch Breads:
- Mini Carrot Cake Pancake Stacks from Neighborfood
- Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies from The Spiffy Cookie
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Baked Oatmeal from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Croque Madame Waffle from Hip Foodie Mom
- Vanilla Chai Quick Bread from Savvy Eats
- Blueberry Coffee Cake from My Catholic Kitchen
- DIY Instant Oatmeal Bar from The Kitchen Prep
Brunch Fruit and Sides:
- Lemon Blueberry Parfait from Love and Confections
- Berry Mint Salad from Cooking In Stilettos
Brunch Desserts:
- Chocolate Hazelnut Linzer Cookies from Hungry Couple
- Lemon Curd Mousse Sugar Cookie Cups from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Cinnamon Coffee Cake from Jen’s Favorite Cookies
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Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
I love your breakfast ode to french toast!! and I cannot wait until peaches are in season over here!!! summer can’t get here fast enough! love this and can’t wait to try it! looks soooo good!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Alice!! 🙂
kristy @ the wicked noodle says
This is just stunning! A perfect breakfast to treat Mom on Sunday!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Kristy! Happy Friday!
Julia says
I’m glad this isn’t leeches too…that’d just be painful and draining 😉 Can we make a batch of this for brunch this weekend and sing a little ditty while we munch? LOVE them peaches!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha definitely! 😉
YES PLEASE! As long as we have some cocktails too! 😀 TGIF
Nutmeg Nanny says
This looks delicious! Love all that crunchy topping!
Taylor Kiser says
thanks lady! Streusel is my life!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
This looks so yummy! And you’d never know it’s healthified, either. It looks sinfully delicious!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks Kim! That was the goal!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I think I need this for breakfast, and now! I absolutely adore anything with peaches, but in french toast? Amazing! This looks so delicious!
Taylor Kiser says
I think you need it too! Thanks Gayle!
Becca from ItsYummi! says
You TOTALLY win at odes… and at making me drool….AND at making me smile. You just simply rock my little world <3
Taylor Kiser says
and you rock mine back! Thanks pretty woman!
P.s now that song is stuck in my head!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
So gorgeous Taylor! Haven’t had peaches in a long time. Looks scrumptious!
Have a beautiful weekend!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Melanie! You too!
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says
What a fun recipe and perfect for this weekend.
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks lovely lady!
Leah says
Yum – healthy french toast?? Looks awesome and I love your cute poem. Peaches are my fav!!
Taylor Kiser says
Yay! Thanks Leah! 🙂
Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says
OOh – the fact that there’s no leeches in this makes it crave worthy – and your ode, gold star worthy!
🙂
Your funny ode made me chuckle, Taylor! Love the ginger combined with the peaches and love the fact that this can be prepared the night before and tossed in the oven the next morning! Hope you have a wonderful weekend sweet lady!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha I am glad you like both the ode and the French Toast lady! And back at ya! YAY WEEKEND! 😀
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
I love the combination of sweet peaches and crisp almonds in this gorgeous French toast bake, Taylor! It looks so scrumptious!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks Georgia! Happy Friday!
simple green moms says
yum! i could eat french toast casserole every single day of my life if possible! =)
Taylor Kiser says
Haha ME TOO! Thanks lady, happy friday!
veronica gantley says
Beautiful. And it looks SO delicious! And your photos make me want to jump through the screen!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Veronica!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
The streusel on this looks incredible! I love that it’s more nutty than floury. I bet it has the perfect crunch!
Taylor Kiser says
It sure does! Thanks lady!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Wow you pumped out one great recipe after another this week! Love the peaches and almonds in this.
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Erin!:)
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
LOVE your ode to breakfast!! Haha and there really isn’t anything much that rhymes with peaches 🙂 Gorgeous dishes! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Right? Nothing! Thanks so much Chels! 🙂
Allison @ Clean Wellness says
This looks so beautiful! I love the serving dish too 🙂 Great idea about the crunchy topping, because I can never resist a good crumbly top!
Taylor Kiser says
I am obsessed with that dish- thanks!! Happy Saturday!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
Loved all your recipes this week!! you took my favorite dish and made it healthy! Love it!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Ashley! Happy weekend!
Shaina says
Looks delicious! I love peaches around this time of year & streusel topping is my weakness.
Taylor Kiser says
You and me both girlfriend! Thanks!
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
I need some of this awesome healthy peaches french toast like 10 minutes ago!!! It looks amazing and I love that you can make it ahead – the less work in the morning the better!! Thanks for the great recipe! Pinned! Have a great weekend 😀
Taylor Kiser says
I agree on less work! Thanks Ceara, happy weekend!
Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven says
Hahaha. I loved your ode to to french toast. So clever and witty. LOL. 😉 I’m also kind of in love with this totally gorg french toast bake! Makes me so excited for peach season! *wink* pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha thank you Sarah, glad you approve! Happy weekend pretty lady! 😀
Alyssa {Cake, Crust, and Sugar Dust} says
VERY pretty food 🙂 I’ve been meaning to experiment with baked french toast to find a recipe I truly love, and this looks so fresh and easy to make! Pinned for sure!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks so much Alyssa!! Happy Saturday!
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says
Ummm yesaahhhhhhhhh. So insane.
Cate @ Chez CateyLou says
Taylor, this looks so good!!! I want this for brunch – that topping looks so delicious!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Cate!
Shonalika says
That poem XD This looks SO delicious! I’ve been suddenly trying all sorts of new things for breakfast, was going to try out some French toast next, and this is DEFINITELY getting made! I’m vegan, but there are tonnes of ways to sub for eggs (not to mention lots of recipes for vegan French toast!) so I reckon I can make this quite happily with just a very slight tinkering:D
Taylor Kiser says
Oh I would love to hear how to change it to make it vegan!! Let me know girlfriend – and thanks!
ellie @ fit for the soul says
Oh man, this looks so extremely scrumptious!!!! What a fabulous combo…and I love the addition of ginger powder to this recipe. 😀 Can’t wait to check the rest of your blog out!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Ellie! It’s great to have you here, and I hope you find some recipes you enjoy!! 🙂
Rebecca @ Dorm Room Baker says
This looks amazing. It’s always so much easier to drag yourself out of bed in the morning when you know there’s something delicious for breakfast. I love the ode by the way haha!
Taylor Kiser says
RIGHT?! Totally agree! Glad you like my “poetry” 😉 Thanks Rebecca! 🙂
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
Loving all these brunch recipes you’re pumping out Taylor!! And I’m such a fan of peach flavored anything during these warmer months… putting it in this French toast sounds amazing! Have fun at your conference! Can’t wait to hear all about it!
Taylor Kiser says
Peaches are the bomb!! Thanks so much Chris!! 🙂
Diane Balch says
This dessert looks so simple and tasty… I would love it if you would share with us on Foodie Friday: http://www.simplelivingeating.com/2014/05/slow-cooker-green-pozole-with-chicken.html
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks for the invite Diane! 🙂
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
Dang girl, I’d jump into this bowl of amazingness, if I could!! 🙂 Your ode was great too! Haha! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha thanks so much pretty lady!! 😀