Description

Wake up to the warm, inviting aroma of Banana French Toast Casserole—a delightful blend of sweet ripe bananas, creamy custard, and crispy bread. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this easy-to-make dish will have everyone asking for seconds. With its golden-brown top and gooey center, it’s a comforting hug on a plate that promises to elevate your mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups stale bread (French baguette or challah), cubed
4 ripe bananas, mashed
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
3 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish with butter.
Cube the stale bread into thick pieces (about 1 inch).
In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until frothy.
Gently fold in the bread cubes until coated, allowing them to soak for about 15 minutes.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set in the middle.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
Calories: 260
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: - For added texture and flavor, mix in chocolate chips or nuts. - To customize, consider swapping bananas for seasonal fruits like apples or berries. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat slices in the microwave.