Banana-Raisin French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Delicious Banana-Raisin French Toast recipe for a sweet breakfast treat

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

370

Sugar

18g

Fat

This Banana-Raisin French Toast is a sweet twist on a classic breakfast dish. The use of raisin bread gives it an extra boost of flavor and texture, while the banana-orange sauce adds a delicious fruitiness to the dish. It's a great way to start your day on a sweet note while still getting some important nutrients.

Instructions

1.	Slice the banana and place it in a blender with the frozen orange juice concentrate. Blend until smooth and set aside.
2.	Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
3.	In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, skim milk, and nonfat yogurt.
4.	Dip each slice of raisin bread into the egg mixture, soaking for a few seconds on each side.
5.	Melt the butter in the preheated skillet and add the soaked bread, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
6.	Serve hot with a drizzle of maple syrup and the banana-orange sauce on top.

PROS

This delicious French toast is a great way to start your day with a good source of fiber from the raisin bread and vitamins and minerals from the banana and orange juice.

It’s easy to make and can be customized to your liking by swapping out the raisin bread for your favorite type of bread and changing up the fruit in the sauce.

CONS

This recipe does contain some added sugar in the form of maple syrup and orange juice concentrate, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced breakfast.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a great source of potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure and support heart health.
Orange juice is high in vitamin C, which is important for immune system function and can also aid in the absorption of iron from plant-based foods.

	1 banana , ripe
	2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate
	4 slices raisin bread
	2 egg whites
	1/4 cup skim milk
	1/4 cup nonfat yogurt
	1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
	1 teaspoon butter