This bananas foster French toast is a delicious combination of the iconic New Orleans dessert and a decadent breakfast dish. It’s a perfect treat for special occasions or a lazy weekend brunch!
We are obsessed with our bananas foster muffins. The caramelized bananas are heaven on earth. They seemed like the perfect addition to French toast!
The star of this dish—bananas foster—creates these delicious caramelized bananas that you place on top of your French toast. It’s a match made in heaven!
What’s In Bananas Foster French Toast
Banana’s foster French toast might sound fancy, but it’s actually made with basic ingredients that you’ll likely already have in your kitchen.
We used sourdough for the bread, as it’s sturdy enough to hold the rich sauce without falling apart. This then gets dipped in a mixture of eggs, milk, mashed ripe bananas, cinnamon, and salt for a flavorful and custardy French toast.
You’ll also need sliced bananas (these can be fresher), salted butter, light brown sugar, and brandy to make the incredible bananas foster sauce. It’s buttery, sweet, and has a hint of brandy for a touch of sophistication… because you FANCY.
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Variations and Substitutions
Sourdough bread: Brioche bread, challah bread, Texas toast, or any stale bread would be great substitutes for this decadent French toast recipe. However, regular bread would work too!
Milk: Any milk would work in this recipe, whether it’s dairy or plant-based. Just make sure to use unsweetened and unflavored milk.
Eggs: For a vegan version, you can use flax eggs instead of regular eggs. Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Tasty Additions: If you want to add some extra flavor and texture, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or ground nutmeg to the custard mixture. You can also sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for some crunch.
Storage + Freezer Directions
Store any leftover bananas foster French toast in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To freeze, place in a freezer-safe, airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
What to Serve with Bananas Foster French Toast
This bananas foster French toast recipe acts as both a delicious breakfast and a decadent dessert. If you’ve got a glorious brunch on your horizon, you might as well dine like royalty with a few other epic breakfast dishes! Here are our top suggestions:
