Best 2 Peanut Butter And Banana Walnut Breakfast Strata Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Peanut Butter and Banana Walnut Breakfast Strata, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture layers of fluffy bread, creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and crunchy walnuts, all harmoniously united in a decadent custard filling, baked to golden perfection. This strata is not just a breakfast dish; it's an experience that will leave you craving more. But that's not all! Our article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes that will elevate your breakfast game. From the classic French toast with a delightful twist to the irresistible blueberry pancakes bursting with flavor, each recipe is a culinary masterpiece. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory start to your day, our article has something for every palate. So, prepare to embark on a delectable adventure as we delve into the world of breakfast delights.

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BANANA PEANUT BUTTER BREAD

Banana Peanut Butter Bread image

Quick, easy and very yummy too. Good for breakfast or snacking.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories Breakfast and Brunch Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup peanut butter
2 bananas, mashed
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs; beat well. Stir in peanut butter, bananas, flour and baking soda until blended. Fold in walnuts. Pour into prepared pan.
Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 179.2 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA WALNUT BREAKFAST STRATA

Peanut Butter and Banana Walnut Breakfast Strata image

I've copied (and varied) a few breakfast strata recipes and french toast casseroles over the years with berries, meat, and cheese but never tried with one of my childhood favorites...Peanut Butter and Banana until recently. Boy is it good...but not for the calorie counters! It is so decadent that I feel as if any added syrup or powdered sugar just takes it right over the top.

Provided by Melanie B.

Categories Breakfast

Time 8h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 large eggs
4 large egg yolks
1 cup cream
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 slices bread, dried french loaf preferably cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 (16 ounce) jar peanut butter, preferably crunchy
2 bananas, sliced
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted
2 tablespoons butter, cut into tiny squares

Steps:

Make "Peanut Butter and Banana" Sandwiches with the bread, peanut Butter, and bananas. Place in a 9x9 inch baking dish. Don't be afraid to cut in half or crunch together to make them fit in all areas of the pan. Sprinkle mixture with the toasted walnuts and butter chunks.
Place softened Mascarpone cheese in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together eggs, egg yolks, milk, cream, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Add egg mixture to to the cheese mixture in small scoops. Whisk well after each scoop. This will help incorporate the cheese with the eggs to build a smooth custard. Repeat this process until all ingredients are incorporated and a thick pretty custard is the result.
Pour the custard over the Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwiches. Press a bit to ensure that all pieces of bread are covered. Refrigerate for a few hours or up to overnight to ensure the flavors melt together.
You can also freeze this mixture for a future purposes sealed well in foil and plastic.
Bake mixture (thawed) at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes (or until custard is set and top is browned). I like to keep it covered in foil for the first 30 minutes and remove the foil at the end to allow the top to brown.
Serve with -- well -- whatever you want! I'm not a big fan of super sweet breakfasts, so I will eat this plain. My friends and family will sprinkle powdered sugar or add butter & maple syrup.

Tips:

Choose the right bread. A sturdy bread, such as challah or French bread, will hold up well in the strata and won't get soggy.
Use ripe bananas. Ripe bananas are sweeter and have a more intense flavor than unripe bananas.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the strata tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the strata until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 45 minutes.
Let the strata cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Peanut Butter and Banana Walnut Breakfast Strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast casserole that is perfect for a crowd. It can be made ahead of time and is a great way to use up leftover bread and bananas. This strata is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.