Caramelized Croissant French Toast Recipe

Name: Caramelized Croissant French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) melted; 8 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh nutmeg; 1 cup whole milk; 3 eggs; 1 tablespoon maple extract or vanilla extract; 2 ripe bananas, sliced approx. 1/4 inch thick; 4 large 2 day old croissants cut in half length wise; Maple syrup; Powdered sugar, optional; Pecan pieces, optional; Red raspberries, optional

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) melted
8 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoons grated fresh nutmeg
1 cup whole milk
3 eggs
1 tablespoon maple extract or vanilla extract
2 ripe bananas, sliced approx. 1/4 inch thick
4 large 2 day old croissants cut in half length wise
Maple syrup
Powdered sugar, optional
Pecan pieces, optional
Red raspberries, optional

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["1. Thoroughly mix first 4 dry ingredients in small bowl.", "2. Whisk milk, eggs and extract in large rimmed bowl.", "3. Place banana slices between croissants and press down on the croissants to flatten.", "4. Divide butter/sugar mix between 2 large skillets and heat over medium heat.", "5. Dip each croissant into milk/egg mixture. Do not leave in mixture long since croissants can soak up liquid fast and can be difficult to put into skillet.", "6. When butter/sugar starts to turn brown and bubble (caramelize) put 2 croissants in each skillet.", "7. Cook until the edges turn crispy and center turns slightly brown, approximately 5 minutes. Turn and cook on other side, approximately 5 minutes. Watch carefully so the sugar/butter mixture does not burn the croissant.", "8. Remove and dust with powdered sugar and serve with assorted toppings of maple syrup, pecans and berries."]

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) melted, 8 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Croissant French Toast 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.

Caramelized Croissant French Toast

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