Description
Banana French Toast Casserole is a delightful breakfast treat that combines the comforting flavors of ripe bananas, rich custard, and warm spices. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for lazy weekends or special occasions, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With its golden-brown crust and gooey banana filling, this casserole is sure to create lasting memories around the table. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and enjoy a cozy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups stale bread (challah or brioche), cubed
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish and evenly spread the cubed stale bread in it.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Layer sliced bananas over the bread cubes and pour the custard mixture on top, ensuring all bread pieces are soaked.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight for best results.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Drizzle with warm maple syrup before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg