Going Bananas For French Toast Recipe

Name: Going Bananas For French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE FRENCH TOAST:; 3 whole Eggs; 1/2 cups Milk; 1/2 cups Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half; 1/2 Tablespoons Sugar; 1/2 Tablespoons Cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg; 1 pinch Salt; 6 slices Bread (challah, Brioche, Sourdough); 1 Tablespoon Butter; _____; FOR THE SAUCE:; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 3 whole Ripe Bananas, Sliced; 3/4 cups Water; 1/2 cups Sugar; 1 cup Raisins

Servings: persons

FOR THE FRENCH TOAST:
3 whole Eggs
1/2 cups Milk
1/2 cups Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half
1/2 Tablespoons Sugar
1/2 Tablespoons Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg
1 pinch Salt
6 slices Bread (challah, Brioche, Sourdough)
1 Tablespoon Butter
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FOR THE SAUCE:
2 Tablespoons Butter
3 whole Ripe Bananas, Sliced
3/4 cups Water
1/2 cups Sugar
1 cup Raisins

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1. In a medium bowl combine the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt together. Whisk together until thoroughly combined. Pour into a shallow dish.
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2. Dip bread into mixture. Allow to soak for 30 seconds on each side.
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3. Over medium-low heat, add a tablespoon of butter to the saute pan and coat. Add 1-2 slices to the pan at a time and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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4. Remove from the pan and repeat for all the slices of bread.
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5. For the sauce, over medium-low heat add the butter to a small pot.
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6. Add the bananas and saute for 30 seconds.
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7. Add the water and sugar and bring to a boil. Mix continuously.
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8. Add the raisins and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Serve over the French toast.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE FRENCH TOAST:, 3 whole Eggs, 1/2 cups Milk, 1/2 cups Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half, and more.

Yes, Going Bananas For 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.

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Going Bananas For French Toast

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