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Bananas Foster French Toast Recipe

Bananas Foster French Toast Recipe

Thick-cut brioche gets soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard and crowned with buttery brown-sugar bananas kissed with dark rum. A brunch showstopper that comes together in about 35 minutes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz brioche, sliced thick (day-old preferred)
  • 6.5 oz beaten eggs about 4 large eggs
  • 0.75 cup whole milk
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract divided
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon for custard
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.13 tsp kosher salt for custard
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter for the skillet
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter for the sauce
  • 0.33 cup packed brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon for sauce
  • 0.13 tsp ground nutmeg optional
  • 1.5 cup ripe bananas, sliced
  • 2 tbsp dark rum or rum extract to taste for no-alcohol
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for sauce
  • 0.25 cup chopped pecans toasted if you like
  • 0.13 tsp kosher salt pinch for sauce
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Set oven to 200°F to keep toast warm.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, cream, 1 tsp vanilla, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Pour the custard into a shallow dish. Add brioche slices and soak 15–20 seconds per side.
  • Melt 2 tbsp butter on the hot skillet. Cook soaked bread until golden, 2–3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer cooked toast to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while you make the sauce.
  • Melt 4 tbsp butter in the skillet. Stir in brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Bubble 1 minute.
  • Add sliced bananas and cook, stirring gently, until softened and glossy, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in dark rum. Flambé carefully or simmer 30–60 seconds to reduce. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla and pecans.
  • Plate the French toast. Spoon warm banana-rum sauce over the top and dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.

Notes

Variation: Swap challah for brioche, or add a splash of banana liqueur with the rum for extra fruitiness. No-alcohol option: use rum extract to taste and a tablespoon of orange juice. Tip: Keep cooked slices warm in the oven so they stay crisp while you finish the sauce; the banana topping is best served immediately. Leftover sauce can be refrigerated up to 3 days and rewarmed gently.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Bananas Foster French Toast Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.