Best 3 French Toast Panini With Grilled Bananas Recipes

Are you craving a delectable breakfast or brunch dish that combines the classic flavors of French toast and grilled bananas in a delightful panini? Look no further! This article will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate French toast panini with grilled bananas, featuring a crispy, golden exterior and a tender, flavorful interior bursting with sweet caramelized bananas. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this quick and easy recipe perfect for a satisfying start to your day.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST

Bananas Foster French Toast image

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

Ingredients

butter-flavored cooking spray (such as Pam®)
½ (12 count) package Hawaiian bread rolls (such as King's®)
3 eggs
¾ cup milk
1 ½ tablespoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 bananas, sliced 1/8-inch thick
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

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

CHOCOLATE FRENCH TOAST PANINI

Chocolate French Toast Panini image

Treat your family with this distinctive Italian dish! Enjoy these grilled sandwiches filled with chocolate and hazelnuts - ready in 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

Butter-flavor cooking spray
3/4 cup hazelnut spread with cocoa
12 slices (1/2 inch thick) French bread
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (filberts), toasted
1 cup half-and-half
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

Spray closed medium-size contact grill with cooking spray; heat for 5 minutes. Spread 1 tablespoon hazelnut spread over 1 side of each bread slice. Sprinkle 6 slices evenly with hazelnuts. Top each with second bread slice, making 6 sandwiches.
In shallow bowl or pie plate, beat half-and-half, eggs and vanilla until well blended.
Dip 3 of the sandwiches into egg mixture, turning to coat both sides. When grill is heated, place sandwiches on grill. Close grill; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until golden. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 321 mg

BASIC GRILLED PANINI

Basic Grilled Panini image

This is a great grilled sandwich! Panini get their character or distinct look from the grill marks on the sandwich. I serve it with soup or even salad. This is the basic recipe. Enjoy!

Provided by ERRINL

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham

Time 16m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-light olive oil, or as needed
2 slices Italian bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 slices Cheddar cheese
3 slices deli ham, or more to taste
1 slice firm-ripe tomato
1 thin slice onion
cooking spray

Steps:

Drizzle olive oil on 1 side of each bread slice. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on the other side of each slice. Pile Cheddar cheese, ham, tomato, and onion on top. Top with other bread slice, mayonnaise side down.
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; spray lightly with cooking spray. Place sandwich on grill; weigh it down with a heavy pan. Cook until cheese is melted and grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 802.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 117.9 mg, Fat 63.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.9 g, Sodium 1839.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips:

Use thick-sliced bread for a sturdier sandwich that won't get soggy.
If you don't have a panini press, you can grill the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat.
Be careful not to overcook the bananas, or they will become mushy.
Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite toppings, such as syrup, honey, or powdered sugar.
For a decadent twist, try using Nutella or peanut butter instead of butter on the bread.
Add a layer of bacon or ham to the sandwich for a savory twist.

Conclusion:

This French toast panini with grilled bananas is a delicious and easy breakfast or brunch recipe. It's perfect for a crowd and can be made ahead of time. With its sweet and savory flavors, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a unique and satisfying breakfast or brunch option, give this French toast panini a try!