Banana Bread French Toast
Thick slices of homemade banana bread cooked in a creamy cinnamon custard, this Banana Bread French Toast is an unforgettable breakfast that's also super easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 loaf banana bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 very ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 1-2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- fresh banana slices (optional, for topping)
- powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
- maple syrup (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Slice your banana bread into 10 even slices. Trim the edges of the banana bread if you choose. Set aside.
- Whisk eggs in a shallow dish with the mashed bananas, cream, cinnamon and salt.
- Soak a few slices of banana bread at a time in the egg mixture for a minute on each side.
- Place a large skillet over medium-low heat and melt a tablespoon of butter.
- Place the soaked banana bread slices on the skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes on each side. Low and slow is best with this French Toast. Once the toast is golden brown, remove it from the heat and repeat with the remaining slices.
- Serve warm with some whipped cream, bananas, powdered sugar, and syrup. Enjoy!
Notes
Tips: Please see my tips section above to create the best version of this banana bread French toast.
Storing: Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Storing: Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 144mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 548IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.