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Bananas Foster French Toast
Rich, custardy French toast topped with caramelized bananas and rum sauce—this Bananas Foster twist is easy to make and perfect for brunch or special occasions.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 526kcal
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Ingredients
French Toast:
- 2 loaves challah bread sliced 1 ½ inches thick
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
- Cooking Spray for greasing pan
- ½ cup granulated sugar for brûlée topping
Bananas Foster Sauce:
- ½ cup salted butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 to 4 large bananas sliced on the bias
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons banana liqueur
- 3 tablespoons dark spiced rum
Instructions
Prepare the French Toast
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.4 large egg yolks, 2 cups heavy cream, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
- Arrange challah slices in a single layer in a greased baking dish.2 loaves challah bread
- Pour custard mixture evenly over the bread, turning slices to coat well. Let soak for about 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Cook soaked bread slices until golden brown on each side, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes to set the custard.
Caramelize the Tops
- Sprinkle each slice with a light, even layer of granulated sugar.½ cup granulated sugar
- Using a kitchen torch, carefully brûlée the sugar until melted and caramelized; keep warm in the oven.
Prepare the Bananas Foster Sauce
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.½ cup salted butter
- Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon until dissolved and bubbling.½ cup light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Add banana slices and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened.3 to 4 large bananas
- Stir in vanilla extract, banana liqueur, and rum.1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons banana liqueur, 3 tablespoons dark spiced rum
- Allow sauce to bubble for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Serve
- Place French toast slices on plates.
- Spoon warm Bananas Foster sauce and bananas over the top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutions:
- Brioche or Texas toast can be used instead of challah.
- Half-and-half may replace heavy cream for a lighter custard.
- Omit banana liqueur if unavailable, or substitute with additional rum or vanilla extract.
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a dessert-style version.
- Pair with crisp bacon or sausage for a savory balance.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Store leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 325°F oven for 10 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Freeze cooked French toast slices (without sauce) for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in the oven at 350°F until hot.
- Bananas Foster sauce is best prepared fresh, but may be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 154mg | Potassium: 255mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1389IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.