Banana Bread French Toast

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 loaf (1 pound) banana bread, sliced into 1-inch thick slices
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Butter or cooking spray, for greasing the pan
• Optional: Maple syrup, whipped cream, or sliced bananas for serving

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Dip the banana bread slices into the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides.
3. Let the bread slices soak for a few minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
4. Heat a lightly greased griddle or skillet over medium heat.
5. Cook the banana bread slices for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve immediately with your desired toppings.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving with 1 slice banana bread, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon whipped cream)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 125mg
• Sodium: 250mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and flavorful
• Soft and fluffy on the inside, crispy on the outside
• Easy to prepare and cook
• Perfect for breakfast or brunch
• Can be customized with various toppings

User Comments:

• "This French toast was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful, and the banana bread flavor really came through."
• "I made this for my family and they loved it. It was a great way to use up some leftover banana bread."
• "This is my new favorite French toast recipe. I love the combination of banana bread and eggy batter."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have banana bread, you can substitute other types of bread, such as brioche or challah.
• To make a vegan version, use plant-based milk and eggs.
• If the banana bread slices are too thick, they may not cook evenly.
• Let the banana bread slices soak in the egg mixture for longer if you want a more custard-like texture.