Bananas Foster French Toast Bake

Bananas Foster French Toast Bake is a mouthwatering twist on the classic breakfast dish, combining the rich flavors of bananas foster with the comforting warmth of French toast. This indulgent dish is perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend mornings when you want to treat yourself to something truly decadent.

Bananas Foster French Toast Bake
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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

8 hrs 50 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

16 slices

Ingredients

Bananas Foster French Toast Bake
cooking spray
1 loaf French bread, cut diagonally into 1-inch slices
1 ½ cups half-and-half
6 eggs, slightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
3 large bananas, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons light corn syrup

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 3

Remove plastic wrap and top bread slices with bananas. Combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a bowl; drizzle over bread slices.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and set in the center, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

511

Calories

22g

Fat

68g

Carbs

13g

Protein

Complement

The dish starts with thick slices of bread soaked in a luscious custard mixture, then baked to golden perfection. The magic happens when the French toast is topped with a caramelized banana and rum-infused sauce, creating a sweet and boozy flavor that elevates the dish to a whole new level. The combination of warm, gooey bananas and buttery, custardy bread is a match made in breakfast heaven, making Bananas Foster French Toast Bake a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking to impress brunch guests or simply craving a luxurious breakfast treat, this delightful dish is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you feeling completely satisfied.