Banana-Stuffed French Toast

Health score
6%
Banana-Stuffed French Toast
45 min.
8
380kcal

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Start your morning off with a delightful twist on classic French toast that brings together the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon-raisin bread and sweet, ripe bananas. This Banana-Stuffed French Toast is not just a meal; it's an experience that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply indulging in a cozy breakfast, this recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy the morning.

The creamy whipped cream cheese perfectly complements the warm, sliced bananas, creating a rich filling that elevates your toast to a whole new level. Each bite offers a satisfying combination of textures and flavors that dance across your palate. The cinnamon-raisin bread provides a touch of nostalgia while enhancing every mouthful with a hint of sweetness and spice.

Made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen, this dish can be prepared easily and quickly within just 45 minutes. The golden-brown crust, achieved by frying each sandwich in buttery perfection, beckons you to dig in, while a drizzle of warm maple syrup adds the perfect finishing touch. Indulge in this treat, and get ready for everyone to ask for seconds!

So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to whip up a breakfast that will not only ignite your taste buds but also bring a smile to your loved ones' faces. This Banana-Stuffed French Toast is just the morning meal you’ve been waiting for!

Ingredients

  • large bananas peeled thinly sliced
  • 16 slices cinnamon-raisin bread 
  • 0.5 cup whipped cream cheese 
  •  eggs 
  • pinch kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup warm maple syrup for serving
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 225F.
  2. Lay 8 slices of bread on a work surface and spread 1 side of each with cream cheese. Top each with slightly overlapping banana slices. Cover with remaining bread to make sandwiches.
  3. Melt 2 Tbsp. butter over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet. Meanwhile, in a large, shallow bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla and salt with a fork. Dip 4 sandwiches into egg mixture to soak both sides, about 5 seconds.
  4. Lay sandwiches in skillet and cook, turning until browned, about 5 minutes one side, 3 minutes other side. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches. When done, transfer to oven racks; do not stack.
  5. Serve hot with warm maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories380kcal
Protein10.24%
Fat29.89%
Carbs59.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.91
Glycemic Load
30.86
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.386956520703%

Flavonoids

Catechin
4.15mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:379.52kcal
18.98%
Fat:12.89g
19.84%
Saturated Fat:6.21g
38.82%
Carbohydrates:58.1g
19.37%
Net Carbohydrates:54.1g
19.67%
Sugar:24.9g
27.66%
Cholesterol:143.4mg
47.8%
Sodium:244.44mg
10.63%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:9.94g
19.87%
Manganese:0.92mg
45.93%
Vitamin B2:0.7mg
41.17%
Selenium:21.77µg
31.1%
Folate:84.55µg
21.14%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
17.87%
Phosphorus:165.13mg
16.51%
Fiber:4g
16.02%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.9%
Potassium:494.55mg
14.13%
Iron:2.29mg
12.71%
Vitamin B3:2.33mg
11.64%
Calcium:111.8mg
11.18%
Magnesium:43.42mg
10.86%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.39%
Vitamin A:459.39IU
9.19%
Copper:0.18mg
9.09%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.72%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.33%
Vitamin C:5.97mg
7.23%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.88%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.05%
Vitamin K:1.95µg
1.86%
Source:My Recipes