_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh my goodness, y’all! Let me tell you about this breakfast recipe that has my family literally fighting over the last bite every single weekend. I’m talking about my Ultra-Fluffy Caramelized Banana French Toast with Maple Pecan Butter. Trust me, this isn’t your basic French toast – it’s the kind that makes you want to host brunch just to show off!
Listen, we’ve all had those mornings where regular ol’ cereal just won’t cut it. That’s exactly why I perfected this recipe after countless Sunday morning experiments (and maybe a few fails, but we don’t talk about those 😉).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– Thick-cut brioche bread (because we’re fancy like that!)
– 3 ripe bananas
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– Butter (and lots of it, honey!)
– Chopped pecans
– Pure maple syrup
For the maple pecan butter (trust me, it’s worth the extra effort):
– 1 stick softened butter
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup
– 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
– Pinch of salt
Now, let’s get cooking! First things first, let’s make that divine maple pecan butter. Mix all those ingredients together and pop it in the fridge. (If you love these kinds of breakfast recipes, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious ideas that’ll make your family think you secretly went to culinary school! 😘)
For the French toast:
1. Slice that brioche nice and thick (about 1-inch pieces)
2. Whisk together eggs, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg
3. Dip each slice in the mixture (let it soak for about 30 seconds per side)
4. Heat up your griddle or pan with a generous amount of butter
5. Cook until golden brown on both sides
For the caramelized bananas:
1. Slice bananas diagonally
2. Melt butter in a separate pan
3. Add brown sugar
4. Place banana slices in the pan
5. Cook until they’re golden and caramelized (about 2-3 minutes per side)
To serve, stack that gorgeous French toast, top with those heavenly caramelized bananas, sprinkle with pecans, and add a generous dollop of that maple pecan butter we made. Finally, drizzle with maple syrup and watch everyone’s eyes light up!
Y’all, I cannot even tell you how many times I’ve made this for guests and they’ve begged for the recipe. It’s like giving yourself a big warm hug for breakfast – if that hug was made of butter, sugar, and all things delicious!
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Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go make this again because just writing about it has me craving it something fierce! 💁♀️✨
