_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies (and gents), let me share with you my absolute favorite breakfast recipe that’ll make you feel like you’re dining at a fancy brunch spot – without the ridiculous prices and having to put on real pants!
Say hello to my Caramelized Banana French Toast with Whipped Maple Butter. Trust me, once you try this, regular French toast will feel like yesterday’s news.
Let me tell you, I discovered this recipe during lockdown when I was desperately missing my weekend brunch dates with the girls. After several attempts (and some hilarious failures we won’t talk about), I perfected this heavenly creation.
What You’ll Need:
– 6 thick slices of brioche bread (because life’s too short for regular bread)
– 3 ripe bananas
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– Pinch of nutmeg
– 4 tablespoons butter
– Maple syrup
For the Whipped Maple Butter:
– 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
– 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
– Pinch of sea salt
Y’all, this is where the magic happens! 👩🍳
1. First, make the whipped maple butter (this can be done ahead of time). Beat the softened butter until fluffy (about 2 minutes), then slowly add maple syrup and salt. Keep beating until it looks like clouds of heaven. Pop it in the fridge.
1. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Don’t worry if some cinnamon floats – it happens to the best of us!
1. Slice those bananas on a diagonal (makes them look fancy, you know?).
1. Dip each slice of brioche in the egg mixture for about 30 seconds per side. Don’t rush this part – we’re not making regular sad French toast here!
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1. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add your soaked bread and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
1. In another pan, melt remaining butter and brown sugar. Add banana slices and let them caramelize until golden (about 2 minutes per side).
1. Now for the grand finale! Layer your French toast with those gorgeous caramelized bananas, add a generous dollop of whipped maple butter, and drizzle with extra maple syrup.
_Chef’s kiss_
Pro tip: Want to really impress someone? Sprinkle some crushed pecans on top and maybe a tiny dust of powdered sugar. It’s giving main character energy! ✨
This recipe serves 3-4 people, or just you on a really rough Monday – no judgment here!
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Now excuse me while I go make this again because just writing about it made me hungry! 🍳
