Baked Caramel-Banana French Toast

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Baked Caramel-Banana French Toast
305 min.
8
587kcal

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If you're looking for a decadent twist on a classic breakfast, look no further than Baked Caramel-Banana French Toast. This delightful morning meal brings together the comforting flavors of ripe bananas and rich caramel, all enveloped in soft, fluffy bread. Perfect for weekends or special brunch gatherings, this dish serves eight and will impress your family and friends with its irresistible taste and beautiful presentation.

Imagine waking up to the aroma of sweet bananas mingling with warm caramel, inviting you to the table. Each bite is a perfect balance of creamy custard and caramelized goodness, making it a truly indulgent experience. Plus, this vegetarian recipe is not only delicious but also a treat for the eyes, as it rises beautifully in the oven, creating a golden, puffed masterpiece.

With a prep time of just a few minutes and an overnight chilling step, you can effortlessly prepare this dish in advance, allowing you to relax and enjoy your guests the next morning. Ideal for holidays or leisurely Sundays, this Baked Caramel-Banana French Toast is bound to become a beloved favorite in your home, blending simple ingredients into a stunning, crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • medium banana ripe sliced
  • cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • tablespoons rum dark
  • large eggs 
  • cups half and half 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted (1 stick)
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • 20 oz sandwich bread white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add brown sugar and rum, if desired; stir until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in bananas.
  4. Scatter half of bread in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Spoon caramel-banana mixture evenly over bread. Top with remaining bread. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until blended.
  5. Whisk in half and half, vanilla and salt.
  6. Pour over bread mixture, pressing down on bread to make sure it's all coated. Cover with foil and refrigerate at least 4hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 350F.
  8. Let baking dish stand at room temperature while the oven preheats.
  9. Remove foil and bake until puffed and golden and a thin knife inserted in center comes out clean, about 40minutes.
  10. Let cool for 5minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories587kcal
Protein10.59%
Fat39.91%
Carbs49.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.07
Glycemic Load
28.12
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.585652061131%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.8mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:586.59kcal
29.33%
Fat:25.71g
39.55%
Saturated Fat:13.62g
85.15%
Carbohydrates:71.75g
23.92%
Net Carbohydrates:69.35g
25.22%
Sugar:36.96g
41.06%
Cholesterol:237.27mg
79.09%
Sodium:528.36mg
22.97%
Alcohol:1.81g
100%
Alcohol %:0.89%
100%
Protein:15.35g
30.7%
Selenium:34.49µg
49.28%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
32%
Folate:110.58µg
27.64%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.18%
Calcium:270.16mg
27.02%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.83%
Phosphorus:247.76mg
24.78%
Iron:3.57mg
19.81%
Vitamin B3:3.72mg
18.58%
Vitamin A:853.62IU
17.07%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.04%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.72%
Potassium:379.82mg
10.85%
Magnesium:42.1mg
10.53%
Zinc:1.57mg
10.49%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.73%
Fiber:2.4g
9.59%
Copper:0.17mg
8.48%
Vitamin D:1.21µg
8.07%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.91%
Vitamin C:3.11mg
3.77%
Vitamin K:2.21µg
2.1%
Source:My Recipes