Whether you're a seasoned brunch enthusiast or a novice cook eager to impress your loved ones, this journey into the world of Bananas Foster French Toast will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With its perfect balance of sweet, savory, and caramelized goodness, this classic New Orleans dish is sure to become a staple in your breakfast repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will awaken your senses and leave you begging for seconds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST
Bananas Foster French Toast is perfect for a special occasion brunch, and it's quick and easy to prepare. It's an indulgent cross between dessert and breakfast, combining a challah french toast with a sticky sweet bananas foster sauce that is spooned on top.
Provided by Joanne Ozug
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make the french toast, whisk to combine the eggs, half and half, and cinnamon in a flat rimmed dish. Soak the challah slices in the mixture for 30-60 seconds on each side.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt about a tablespoon of butter, or enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Add the soaked challah in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until golden.
- To make the bananas foster, in a skillet set over medium heat, add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook and stir until the butter is melted, a couple minutes.
- Peel and slice the bananas into ½" thick pieces. Add to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes on the first side, or until the bananas are golden on the bottom. Flip all the banana slices and cook for two minutes on the other side, until soft.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the rum. Return the pan to the stove and tilt to catch the flame* and let the alcohol burn. Once the flame burns out, the sauce is done.
- Serve the french toast with the bananas and spoon the extra sauce over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Sodium 262 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 23 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST
French toast gets a tasty twist with the addition of bananas, rum extract and pecans. The use of cinnamon bread is ideal!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Breakfast
Time 9h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray bottom of 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange bread cubes in baking dish. In large bowl, beat eggs, milk and 1/2 cup of the maple syrup with wire whisk. Pour over bread in baking dish. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown along edges. Let stand 7 to 10 minutes before serving.
- Meanwhile, in medium microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 2 cups maple syrup uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until warm. Stir in rum extract.
- Sprinkle banana slices and pecans evenly over bread; drizzle with 1 cup of the warmed syrup mixture. Serve immediately with remaining syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620, Carbohydrate 105 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 75 g, TransFat 0 g
BANANAS FOSTER BAKED FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, until melted, 30-45 seconds. Stir in brown sugar, cream, cinnamon, allspice and, if desired, pecans. Add bananas; toss gently to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange bread over top, trimming to fit as necessary., Place remaining ingredients in a blender; process just until blended. Pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes. Invert to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 218mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange bananas in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; remove from heat. Stir in brown sugar and extract; spoon evenly over bananas., In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cinnamon and vanilla until blended. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture. Arrange over bananas. Pour remaining egg mixture over top., Bake 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Serve with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST BAKE
My Bananas Foster French Toast Bake travels well after baking, plus it is great to serve on Christmas morning. It's simple to make, and most of the work is done the day before baking. Who doesn't love French toast and bananas Foster? Two great tastes combine for this must-make holiday favorite in my home.
Provided by NIKNORMAN
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 8h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Arrange bread slices in baking pan in a single layer. Whisk half-and-half, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl; pour over bread slices. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Remove plastic wrap and top bread slices with bananas. Combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a bowl; drizzle over bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and set in the center, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 186.8 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 595.8 mg, Sugar 27.2 g
BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST
This baked French toast recipe blends French toast and bananas foster into one casserole-style dish, and it is positively amazing! This is great for breakfast or brunch. You could even serve this for dessert with a bit of vanilla bean ice cream on the side!
Provided by marie_1283
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Slice bread rolls horizontally without separating into individual rolls, creating 2 even halves.
- Whisk eggs in a large, shallow bowl until smooth. Stir in milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to make a smooth batter.
- Dip bottom half of bread rolls into batter, coating both sides, and place in baking dish. Cover bread with sliced bananas. Sprinkle brown sugar and pecans on top. Dot with cubes of butter. Dip top half of bread rolls in batter, coating both sides, and place on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until middle is set and top is golden brown, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.7 calories, Carbohydrate 66.4 g, Cholesterol 155.8 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 317.2 mg, Sugar 18.8 g
Tips:
- Use day-old French bread for the best results. Stale bread will absorb the egg mixture better and will result in a more flavorful and crispy French toast.
- For a richer flavor, use a mixture of milk and cream in the egg mixture.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the French toast. Cook it in batches if necessary, to ensure that each piece is cooked evenly.
- If you don't have a griddle, you can cook the French toast in a large skillet or frying pan.
- Serve the Bananas Foster French Toast immediately, topped with the warm Bananas Foster Sauce.
Conclusion:
Bananas Foster French Toast is a decadent and delicious breakfast or brunch dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its crispy exterior, fluffy interior, and sweet and flavorful Bananas Foster Sauce, this dish is a true winner. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch recipe, give Bananas Foster French Toast a try. You won't be disappointed!
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