Banana French Toast with Chocolate Drizzle
Description:
Get ready for a decadent breakfast treat that’s sure to impress! This Banana French Toast with Chocolate Drizzle is the epitome of indulgence, perfect for those mornings when you want to spoil yourself or a loved one. Inspired by the culinary prowess of Linda Haynes at the Ace Bakery, this recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavors of chocolate and warm spices. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Based on 1 review)
Key Features:
- Cuisine: Canadian
- Category: Breakfast
- Keywords: Kid Friendly, Sweet, Brunch, < 30 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1269.9
- Fat: 117.4g
- Saturated Fat: 69.7g
- Cholesterol: 779.6mg
- Sodium: 486.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.7g
- Fiber: 5.9g
- Sugar: 11g
- Protein: 22g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 | teaspoons ground cinnamon |
| 2 | teaspoons ground nutmeg |
| 1 | Orange (zest) |
| 1/2 | Banana (mashed) |
| 2 | tablespoons butter |
| 1 | cup cream |
| 2 | slices bread |
| 3 | ounces semisweet chocolate |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and orange zest until well combined.
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Prepare the Bread:
- Slice bread in half horizontally without cutting all the way through, creating pockets in each slice.
- Stuff each pocket with half of the mashed banana, distributing evenly.
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Cook the French Toast:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s generously coated.
- Place the coated bread slices in the skillet and fry until golden brown on one side, then flip and brown the other side.
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Bake in Oven:
- Transfer the browned French toast to a baking sheet and place it in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to finish cooking through.
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Prepare the Chocolate Drizzle:
- While the French toast is baking, melt the semisweet chocolate in a double boiler until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Once the French toast is done, remove it from the oven and cut each piece diagonally.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the French toast slices.
- Dust with icing sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Serve with orange slices as garnish or alongside a fresh fruit salad for a delightful breakfast spread.
Enjoy your indulgent Banana French Toast with Chocolate Drizzle and savor every delicious bite! 🍌🍫🍞
