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Baked Banana French Toast Casserole

Mouthwatering Baked Banana French Toast Casserole Delight

This Baked Banana French Toast Casserole combines ripe bananas and warm spices, making it a perfect make-ahead brunch option for family and friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Soaking Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 10 slices day-old bread cubed
  • 4 large eggs or flax/chia seeds for vegan
  • 1 cup milk or almond/oat milk for non-dairy
  • 1/2 cup cream or non-dairy cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar or brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg if desired
  • 4 large bananas sliced
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/4 cup butter or vegan butter
  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Large bowl
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Cut day-old bread into bite-sized chunks and toss them into a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread, folding gently. Add sliced bananas and mix together.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the greased casserole dish, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
  6. The next morning, remove the casserole from the fridge and preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).
  7. Unwrap the dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
  8. For the streusel, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cold butter in a bowl; mix until crumbly.
  9. With 5 minutes left, sprinkle the streusel topping over the casserole and continue baking until golden brown.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving warm with syrup or toppings of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the casserole to soak overnight for optimal flavor and texture. Customize with different fruits and nuts as desired.

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