Description
A delightful twist on classic breakfast fare, combining moist banana bread with a rich custard mixture, perfect for weekends and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices banana bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients on the counter for an easy cooking experience.
- In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and add milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
- Lay banana bread slices flat on a surface. If fresh, let sit for a few minutes to dry out slightly.
- Place sliced bananas on two of the banana bread slices, then top with the other slices to create a sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding 1 tablespoon of butter to melt.
- Dip each sandwich into the custard mixture on both sides until well-coated.
- Cook the soaked sandwiches in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- If needed, add the remaining tablespoon of butter while cooking the second side.
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve warm with additional banana slices or maple syrup.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and texture. This recipe is versatile; feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: breakfast, French toast, banana bread, brunch, comfort food