French Toast with Bananas and Walnuts
Elevate your breakfast game with this decadent recipe for French Toast with Bananas and Walnuts, a dish that’s equal parts indulgent and satisfying. Made with thick slices of brioche or challah, these golden-brown toasts are infused with a rich custard mixture of eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, and a touch of cinnamon for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Topped with buttery caramelized bananas, toasted walnuts that add a delightful crunch, and a drizzle of maple syrup for sweetness, this recipe is a perfect blend of comforting flavors and textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for an elegant weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat. Serve warm and watch as every bite becomes pure bliss! Keywords: French toast recipe, caramelized bananas, walnuts, brunch ideas, easy breakfast recipes, decadent toast recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces thick slices of bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 0.5 cups milk
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 2 pieces ripe bananas (sliced)
- 0.25 cups walnuts (chopped)
- 0.25 cups maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not overly saturated.
Place the coated slices of bread onto the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden-brown. Repeat in batches if necessary, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
While the French toast is cooking, toast the chopped walnuts in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside.
In the same skillet used for the walnuts, melt another tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced bananas and cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping occasionally, until caramelized and golden.
To serve, place the French toast slices onto plates, top with the caramelized bananas, toasted walnuts, and drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Enjoy your delicious French toast with bananas and walnuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1041 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 562 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 832 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
