This banana stuffed French toast is a decadent twist on a classic breakfast favorite. With a creamy banana filling sandwiched between two slices of golden, crispy French toast, this dish is sure to please your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of thick bread
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar for serving
Directions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the milk, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Spread the mashed bananas onto two slices of bread and top with the remaining two slices to make sandwiches.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and cook the sandwiches until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve hot with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Interesting Facts
French toast is believed to have been created by medieval European cooks who wanted to use up stale bread.
Bananas are a good source of potassium and fiber, making this dish a nutritious breakfast option.