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Bananas Foster French Toast

A delicious homemade bananas foster french toast recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thick slices brioche or challah bread about 1 inch thick
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Maple syrup for serving

Method
 

  1. Mix. Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow dish until smooth. Dip each bread slice, letting it soak for 15 seconds per side.
  2. Cook. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the soaked bread for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Caramelize. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and brown sugar. Stir until bubbly, about 1 minute. Add sliced bananas and cook for 2 minutes until soft and coated in the sauce.
  4. Assemble. Place the French toast on plates and spoon the caramelized bananas and sauce over the top. Drizzle with maple syrup.

Notes

Use day-old bread. It soaks up the custard without falling apart. Thick-cut brioche or challah works best. Regular sliced bread gets too soggy. Don't overcook the bananas. They should be soft but still hold their shape.