Easy Caramelized Banana French Toast Recipe
This Easy Caramelized Banana French Toast recipe combines sweet caramelized bananas with classic cinnamon-spiced French toast for a quick and indulgent breakfast treat. The bananas are cooked in a buttery honey glaze until golden and crunchy, then served atop perfectly cooked, golden brown French toast slices. It’s a delicious way to elevate your regular brunch with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Caramelized Bananas
- 2–3 large bananas
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
French Toast Batter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
For the Toast
- 8 slices bread (3/4–1 inch thick if unsliced)
- Additional butter for cooking as needed
Optional Toppings
- Pure maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare Caramelized Bananas: Slice the bananas into approximately 1/2 inch thick rounds and set aside. In a medium skillet over medium heat, combine salted butter, honey, and ground cinnamon. Whisk the mixture and cook until it starts to simmer gently.
- Cook Bananas: Add the banana slices in a single layer to the bubbling honey-butter mixture. Let them cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown and crunchy. Flip the bananas carefully and cook for another 3 minutes. Once caramelized, remove from heat and transfer to a small bowl to keep warm.
- Make French Toast Batter: In a large shallow mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until fully combined.
- Prepare Bread: If the bread is not sliced, cut into thick slices around 3/4 to 1 inch thick. Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and wipe out any residue from caramelizing the bananas.
- Dip Bread in Batter: Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for 5-10 seconds on one side, then flip and soak the other side similarly. Repeat with another slice while the skillet is heating up.
- Cook French Toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add about a tablespoon of butter to the pan each time you cook a new batch if needed for browning and preventing sticking.
- Serve: Once all slices are cooked, arrange them on plates. Spoon the caramelized bananas generously over the top. Optionally, drizzle with pure maple syrup and garnish with fresh berries and whipped cream for an extra special touch. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use day-old bread if possible, it absorbs the batter better without becoming too soggy.
- For a richer French toast, substitute half the milk with cream or evaporated milk.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey according to taste.
- Bananas should be ripe but firm to hold shape during caramelizing.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking and cleanup.
- Feel free to customize toppings with nuts, chocolate chips, or yogurt.
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