Caramelized Banana French Toast

Decadent French toast topped with caramelized bananas—a luxurious twist on a breakfast classic.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)

Ingredients(scaled)

  • 4 slices of bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ Pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ Maple syrup
  • ½ Powdered sugar
  • ½ Fresh berries
  • ½ Whipped cream
  • ½ Chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow dish.
  2. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Dip bread slices in the egg mixture, then cook in the skillet until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  4. In another pan, melt butter and brown sugar. Add banana slices and cook until caramelized, about 2 minutes per side.
  5. Serve French toast topped with caramelized bananas, maple syrup, powdered sugar, and berries. Add optional whipped cream and nuts if desired.

Chef’s Pro Tips

  • Use thick slices of bread like brioche for a custardy interior and crispy exterior.
  • Let the bread soak in the egg mixture for a few seconds to ensure it's fully coated.
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of rum or a sprinkle of nutmeg to the egg mixture.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
calories380
protein10g
carbohydrates50g
fat16g

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