Syrupy Banana-Nut Overnight French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Syrupy Banana-Nut Overnight French Toast perfect for lazy mornings
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

9 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
5 1 cup dried cherries , cranberries or 1 cup raisins
1 long loaf French bread or 1 Italian bread , cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices ( 12 ounces )
6 large eggs
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
594
Sugar
57g
Fat
24g
Syrupy Banana-Nut Overnight French Toast is a delicious breakfast that's perfect for lazy mornings. The dish features thick cuts of bread soaked in an egg custard, then covered in a sweet and nutty syrupy topping. Bananas are also added for extra flavor and texture. This overnight French toast reheats well in the microwave, making it a great option for busy weekdays.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add brown sugar and dried cherries and cook, stirring occasionally, until bubbly.
2.Pour mixture into a greased baking dish. Arrange bread slices in a single layer over top.
3.In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over bread slices.
4.Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5.Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle nuts over top of bread slices. Bake for 40 to 45 min until golden and puffed.

PROS

This recipe is perfect for mornings when you don’t have a lot of time, as most of it can be done the night before, resulting in a delicious breakfast that’s ready to go in the morning.
The syrupy topping and nuts on top give this dish great flavor and texture.

CONS

This recipe is high in sugar and calories due to the brown sugar and syrupy topping.
It may not be the best choice for those trying to follow a strict diet or limit their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish isn’t exactly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein from the eggs and nuts. Bananas are also a great source of nutrients, including potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B6, which can help regulate blood pressure and support heart health.

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