Banana Berry French Toast: A Fruit-Infused Morning Treat

Banana Berry French Toast offers a fruity twist on a breakfast classic. Featuring ripe bananas, fresh berries, and a custard-soaked bread, this French toast is not only flavorful but also visually appealing, making it perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion.

Equipment:

• Large skillet or griddle
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of thick-cut bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
• 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 cup fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Butter or oil for cooking
• Maple syrup or honey for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Custard Mixture:
   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well blended.
2. Soak the Bread:
   • Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak up the liquid without becoming too soggy.
3. Cook the French Toast:
   • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil.
   • Place the soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Add the Fruit:
   • After flipping the French toast, top each slice with sliced bananas and a handful of berries, allowing them to warm slightly while the second side cooks.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the French toast warm, topped with additional fresh berries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.

Tips:

• For an extra decadent touch, serve with whipped cream or a dollop of yogurt.
• Experiment with different types of bread to find your favorite texture and flavor for French toast.

Banana Berry French Toast is a delicious and visually appealing dish that brings a fruity freshness to a beloved breakfast classic. With its combination of sweet bananas, tangy berries, and rich custard-soaked bread, this French toast is sure to delight anyone who tries it.

Banana Berry French Toast

Banana Berry French Toast offers a fruity twist on a breakfast classic.

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Equipment

• Large skillet or griddle
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

• 8 slices of thick-cut bread e.g., brioche or challah
• 2 ripe bananas sliced
• 1 cup fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Butter or oil for cooking
• Maple syrup or honey for serving

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Custard Mixture:
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well blended.
• Soak the Bread:
• Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak up the liquid without becoming too soggy.
• Cook the French Toast:
• Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil.
• Place the soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Add the Fruit:
• After flipping the French toast, top each slice with sliced bananas and a handful of berries, allowing them to warm slightly while the second side cooks.

Notes

Serve the French toast warm, topped with additional fresh berries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.