Caramelized Banana Baked French Toast
Indulge in a decadent breakfast treat with this baked French toast featuring caramelized bananas, pecans, and a hint of cinnamon and allspice. The rich, custard-like texture and sweet, gooey topping make this an irresistible morning indulgence.
Instructions
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Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl, then stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, allspice, and chopped pecans (if using). Gently toss the sliced bananas in the mixture until coated.
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Transfer the banana mixture to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Arrange the bread slices over the top, trimming to fit as necessary.
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In a blender, combine the milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend just until combined, then pour the custard mixture over the bread.
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Cover and refrigerate the French toast for at least 8 hours or overnight. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Remove the French toast from the refrigerator and bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35-40 minutes. Let stand for 5-10 minutes, then invert to serve.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 7 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.