Sweet & Moist Banana French Toast
Sweet & Moist Banana French Toast
Weekend Brunch: Easy Banana French Toast Recipe
Indulge in a simple yet luxurious weekend morning with this delightful French toast! Using a loaf of bread, I whipped up a treat that’s generously filled with fruit, resulting in a wonderfully moist and sweet toast. It’s perfect for a leisurely breakfast or a delightful snack.
Main Ingredients- 1/2 loaf of thick bread (like Pullman or brioche)
- 1 ripe banana
- 4 Shine Muscat grapes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your fruits. Peel the banana and slice it into 1.5 cm thick rounds. Wash the Shine Muscat grapes, halve them, and remove any seeds.
Step 2
Next, prepare the French toast batter. In a shallow bowl, crack the 3 eggs. Add 50ml of milk and 0.5 Tbsp of vanilla extract. Whisk gently with a fork or whisk until well combined. The vanilla essence will add a wonderful aroma.
Step 3
Slice the half loaf of bread into your desired shapes. For a good texture, aim for slices about 2cm thick, as thinner slices can become soggy. You can cut them into cubes or triangles for a fun presentation.
Step 4
Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Let the bread soak for approximately 15 minutes, about 7-8 minutes per side, allowing it to absorb the custard. Adjust the soaking time based on the thickness of your bread; the key is for it to be thoroughly moistened for a tender result.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to cook. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 Tbsp of butter. Swirl the pan to ensure the butter coats the entire surface evenly.
Step 6
Carefully place the soaked bread slices onto the hot, buttery skillet. Ensure the pan has enough melted butter to prevent sticking.
Step 7
Cook until the bottom side is golden brown, then flip to cook the other side. Once both sides are nicely golden, reduce the heat to low. Continue cooking slowly until the toast has a rich brown color and is cooked through and tender. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning, flipping as needed.
Step 8
Arrange the perfectly cooked French toast on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with maple syrup according to your preference. For a beautiful finish, dust with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve. Finally, arrange the sliced banana and halved grapes around the toast to garnish. Your delicious Banana French Toast is ready to be enjoyed!
