Bananas Foster French Toast with Whipped Cream Chee

Name: Bananas Foster French Toast with Whipped Cream Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1 cup very cold heavy cream; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 6 large eggs; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 tablespoons canola oil; Eight 1/2-inch-thick slices day-old brioche, left out overnight on a baking rack; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup packed light brown muscovado sugar; Pinch ground cinnamon; 2 small ripe bananas, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 1/2 cup dark rum; 2 tablespoons banana liqueur; Confectioners' sugar, optional; Mixed berries, for garnish; Mint sprigs, for garnish

Servings: persons

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 cup very cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons canola oil
Eight 1/2-inch-thick slices day-old brioche, left out overnight on a baking rack
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup packed light brown muscovado sugar
Pinch ground cinnamon
2 small ripe bananas, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup dark rum
2 tablespoons banana liqueur
Confectioners' sugar, optional
Mixed berries, for garnish
Mint sprigs, for garnish

1
For the whipped cream cheese: Put the cream cheese, vanilla and orange zest in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment and whip until light and fluffy.
2
Add the cold heavy cream and whip until soft peaks form.
3
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
4
For the french toast: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Whisk together the sugar and eggs until smooth.
5
Whisk in the milk, cream, cinnamon and vanilla until combined.
6
Make the French toast in 2 batches.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons each of the butter and oil in a large saute pan over medium heat until the butter is melted and the oil begins to shimmer.
8
Place 4 slices of the bread in the custard mixture and let sit on both sides until soaked through.
9
Remove with a slotted spatula to allow the excess custard to run off.
10
Cook until the toast is golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
11
Transfer the French toast to a baking rack set over a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while you cook the second batch with the remaining butter, oil and bread.
12
Keep French toast warm until ready to serve.
13
For the banana foster topping: Heat the butter in a large saute pan over high heat until it begins to sizzle.
14
Whisk in the brown sugar and cinnamon and cook until the sugar has melted and the mixture has thickened slightly.
15
Add the bananas and cook until slightly softened.
16
Remove from the heat and add the rum and banana liqueur.
17
Return to the heat and cook until the alcohol has burned off.
18
Serve 2 slices of toast per person, topped with some of the bananas and their syrup, a dollop of the whipped cream cheese, some fresh berries, and sprinkling of confectioners' sugar, if using.
19
Garnish with mint.

1354

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest, 1 cup very cold heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Bananas Foster French Toast with Whipped Cream Cheese falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bananas Foster French Toast with Whipped Cream Cheese

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