Banana French Toast

Aug 17, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of thick golden slices of banana french toast on a plate, dusted with powdered sugar

Rich banana-infused French toast made with mashed ripe bananas folded into a vanilla cinnamon custard, served with caramelized banana slices and a drizzle of maple syrup for a luscious breakfast.

Prep 12 min

Cook 15 min

Total 27 min

Servings 4

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Ingredients

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8.0 slices (240.0 g)thick brioche bread slices (about 240 g)
3.0 (150.0 g)large eggs
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
1.0 large (120.0 g)ripe banana, mashed (about 120 g)
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter
1.0 large (120.0 g)ripe banana, sliced lengthwise for topping (about 120 g)
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)maple syrup, for serving

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Instructions

In a shallow wide bowl, mash 1 large ripe banana until smooth.
Whisk in the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and fine sea salt until fully combined with the mashed banana.
Heat 1 tbsp (14 g) unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Dip each slice of brioche into the banana custard mixture, soaking both sides but without making bread soggy.
Place soaked brioche slices into the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a serving plate and keep warm.
In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp (14 g) butter and reduce heat to medium-low.
Add sliced banana halves and sauté gently for about 2 minutes on each side until caramelized and softened.
Serve the French toast topped with sautéed banana slices and drizzle with maple syrup.

Tips

Mash the banana well to incorporate flavor evenly into the custard.
Use day-old brioche which absorbs custard well without falling apart.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana french toast?

Plan on 12 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4 servings.

How should I store banana french toast?

Store leftover French toast and sautéed bananas separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Can I make banana french toast ahead?

Prepare the banana custard mixture and slice bananas ahead of time. Assemble and cook French toast just before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Rich banana-infused French toast made with mashed ripe bananas folded into a vanilla cinnamon custard, served with caramelized banana slices and a drizzle of maple syrup for a luscious breakfast.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 4 servings this recipe makes.

462 Calories / serving

19.3g Fat

60.4g Carbs

13.3g Protein

30.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (4 servings): ~1848 cal · 77g fat · 242g carbs · 53g protein · 122g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 462 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 63 min·3.2 mi·~6300 steps
Moderate cycling 47 min·9.4 mi
Swimming laps 65 min
Jogging 45 min·3.8 mi·~7200 steps
Stair climbing 43 min·~3850 steps
Dancing 75 min
Bodyweight circuit training 47 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 107 min

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