Description

This easy French Toast with Caramelized Bananas recipe combines fluffy, golden French toast with sweet, buttery caramelized bananas for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat. The classic custard-soaked bread is pan-fried to perfection and topped with rich bananas cooked in brown sugar and butter for an indulgent finish.

Ingredients

Scale

For the French Toast

8 slices bread (at least 1 inch thick)
4 large eggs
1 ¼ cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Caramelized Bananas

4 bananas (cut in half)
½ cup brown sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl or shallow dish, whisk together the 4 large eggs, 1 ¼ cup heavy cream, and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until fully combined and smooth.
Cook the French toast: Heat 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted. Dip one or two slices of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they turn a golden brown color. Repeat this process with all the bread slices.
Caramelize the bananas: In the same skillet, add 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and melt over medium heat. Sprinkle ½ cup brown sugar evenly over the melted butter. Place the banana halves cut side down on the butter-sugar mixture and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown. Flip the bananas carefully and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes.
Combine and serve: Spoon the warm caramelized bananas and the accompanying caramel sauce over the cooked French toast slices. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious breakfast treat!

Notes

Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or Texas toast for best results.
Be gentle when flipping the caramelized bananas to prevent them from breaking apart.
For extra flavor, sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg into the egg mixture.
You can substitute heavy cream with whole milk or half-and-half to reduce richness.
Serve with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: French toast, caramelized bananas, breakfast, brunch, easy recipe, sweet, skillet, eggs, cream, brown sugar