Brown Sugar Banana French Toast Casserole 🍌🍞


 

Ingredients:

For the Casserole:

1 loaf brioche or French bread, cut into cubes

4 ripe bananas, sliced

6 large eggs

1 ½ cups whole milk

½ cup heavy cream

½ cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon salt

For the Topping:

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

½ cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

For Serving:

Maple syrup

Powdered sugar

Whipped cream

Instructions:

Prepare the Baking Dish:


Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and add half of the cubed bread.

Layer with sliced bananas, then top with the remaining bread cubes.

Make the Custard:


In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

Pour evenly over the bread, pressing gently to ensure absorption.

Add the Topping:


In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if using).

Drizzle over the top of the casserole.

Chill & Bake:


Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until golden and set.

Serve & Enjoy:


Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.

Serve with maple syrup and whipped cream if desired.

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