Banana French Toast
A delicious twist on the classic breakfast dish that uses ripe bananas to create a comforting morning treat, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 slices slices of bread Day-old bread works best for absorption.
- 2 ripe ripe bananas Make sure they are ripe for the sweetest flavor.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk Can use any milk of choice.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- to taste Cinnamon Feel free to adjust to preference.
Cooking ingredients
- to taste Butter For cooking.
- to taste Maple syrup For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Add the mashed bananas to the egg mixture and blend well.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the banana-egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Place the coated bread in the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serving
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
You can add chocolate chips for a sweet surprise. Letting the bread sit in the mixture for longer can add a crispier texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.