Best 2 Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole Recipes

Indulge in a delectable breakfast or brunch experience with Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole, a harmonious blend of classic French toast and the timeless flavors of Bananas Foster. This delightful casserole boasts layers of thick, eggy bread soaked in a creamy custard, topped with a luscious caramelized banana sauce. It's a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Additionally, this article offers a versatile collection of French toast casserole recipes to cater to diverse preferences. From the classic French toast casserole with its simple yet comforting flavors to the indulgent Nutella French toast casserole, there's a recipe for every palate. Explore the possibilities and discover your next favorite French toast casserole recipe.

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BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

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A Banana's Foster bottom layer adds a tasty twist on the traditional favorite. I make this the night before a bake the following morning. I was able to plate the casserole banana side up. This was my first time making this and my 8 year old son really enjoyed it. He gave me a "10".

Provided by Irie Chef

Categories Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2/3 cup light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 teaspoon banana liqueur
3 sliced bananas
1 lb French bread, cubed
3 cups 1% low-fat milk
8 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup mini chocolate chip

Steps:

Using a small sauce pan, melt butter. Add brown sugar and salt. Stirring until sauce starts to bubble lightly. Remove from heat and add rum and liqueur. Set aside.
Mix together milk, eggs, vanilla, almond extract, salt, cinnamon & sugar.
Butter a 13 x 9 baking dish, layer the sliced banana's and drizzle with sauce. Layer half of the bread, all of the chocolate morsels and top with remaining bread. Pour egg mixture over bread. Cover with plastic wrap and gently press down on the top to make sure the bread gets to adsorb the egg mixture. Place in the refrigerator overnight.
Let stand at room temperature 30 mins prior to baking. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake 45-60 minutes Allow to cool for 5 mins before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.8, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 205.6, Sodium 607, Carbohydrate 64.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 33.5, Protein 13.5

BANANAS FOSTER FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

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Contributed by: Linda Neal A French toast casserole inspired by the Big Easy with bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon and hint of rum! So easy and so creamy cheesy this breakfast casserole is sure to be everyone's favorite. I like to serve it with extra bananas and lots of warm maple syrup for maximum enjoyment. It's perfectly fine...

Provided by Cindy McLaughlin

Categories Breakfast Casseroles

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 Tbsp butter, cut into pats, plus more for greasing
3 large ripe bananas, sliced, plus more for serving
1/3 c light brown sugar packed
1 Tbsp dark rum (optional)
6 oz cream cheese, cut into pats at room temperature
16 oz loaf italian bread, sliced & torn itno bite sized pieces
2 1/2 c whole milk
1/2 c heavy cream
6 large eggs
1/3 c light brown sugar, packed
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

1. Butter a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
2. Melt butter in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once foaming , add bananas and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the 1/3 cup brown sugar and stir until it melts with the butter. Carefully add the rum and let cook for one more minute, until the mixture is thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and cool.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, eggs, 1/3 cup brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla until smooth.
4. Add half of the bread to the buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with half of the cream cheese and half of the brown sugar sauce. top with remaining bread and repeat with sauce and cream cheese. Pour the milk and egg mixture over the top and press down lightly to make sure the bread is absorbing the liquid. Cover tightly with foil, then place in the refrigerator for at least two hours or (preferably) overnight.
5. Remove casserole from the refrigerator. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake casserole for 30 minutes, then remove foil and continue to bake for 20 minutes, until puffed and golden.
6. Serve topped with powdered sugar, sliced bananas and maple syrup.

Tips:

To make the Bananas Foster sauce, you can use light brown sugar instead of dark brown sugar. If you don't have any brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar and add a teaspoon of molasses.
You can use any type of bread for this casserole, but a thick, sturdy bread like French bread or challah will work best.
If you don't have any evaporated milk, you can use regular milk instead. Just add an extra egg to the mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
Be sure to grease your baking dish before pouring in the casserole mixture. This will help prevent the casserole from sticking.
Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serve the casserole warm, with additional Bananas Foster sauce on top. You can also top it with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

This Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. The casserole is made with thick slices of French bread, a creamy custard filling, and a sweet and boozy Bananas Foster sauce. It's baked to perfection and served warm, with additional sauce on top. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!