Description
This Bananas Foster French Toast with Homemade Banana Bread is a decadent breakfast or brunch treat combining moist, flavorful banana bread with a rich, caramelized bananas foster topping. The banana bread is baked to perfection and sliced thick for dipping in a cinnamon-vanilla egg custard before pan-frying to golden brown. Topped with a luscious sauce of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cream-simmered banana slices, this recipe brings a sweet and buttery indulgence that delights every bite.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
French Toast
- 4 thick slices of banana bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for frying
Bananas Foster Topping
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Banana Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir in the baking soda, salt, and flour until the batter is just combined without overmixing. Pour the batter evenly into a greased loaf pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Make French Toast Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. This mixture will infuse your banana bread slices with a warm, spiced flavor when soaked.
- Cook French Toast: Dip each thick slice of banana bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak briefly but not become soggy. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and fry each slice until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.
- Prepare Bananas Foster Topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth and caramelized. Add the banana slices and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until tender. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer briefly to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Serve: Plate the French toast slices and generously spoon the warm bananas foster topping over them. Serve immediately to enjoy the full richness of this classic combination.
Notes
- For extra richness and indulgence, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Preparing the banana bread a day ahead allows flavors to develop and saves time in the morning.
- Use day-old banana bread for the best texture when soaking and pan-frying to prevent overly soggy slices.
