French Toast with Rum Bananas

Indulge in a breakfast masterpiece with this French Toast with Rum Bananas recipe, where thick-cut brioche slices are soaked in a rich vanilla-cinnamon custard, cooked to golden perfection, and topped with warm caramelized bananas flambéed in dark rum. The luscious rum-infused banana topping, sweetened with brown sugar and maple syrup, elevates this classic French toast to a luxurious brunch centerpiece. Perfect for weekends or special occasions, this recipe strikes a balance between decadence and simplicity, ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, and watch as this irresistible dish becomes a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Thick-cut brioche bread
• 3 Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 Bananas
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dark rum
• 0.25 cup Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.

Step 2

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.

Step 3

Dip each slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated but not soaking wet.

Step 4

Place the coated slices into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with all slices, adding more butter to the skillet if needed. Keep finished slices warm.

Step 5

Peel and slice the bananas into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices.

Step 6

In a small saucepan or skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbling.

Step 7

Add the sliced bananas to the pan, tossing gently to coat them in the caramelized sugar. Allow them to cook for about 3 minutes until softened.

Step 8

Carefully pour in the dark rum and, using a long lighter or match, carefully ignite the alcohol to flambé. Let the flames die down naturally. Be cautious and ensure a safe cooking environment.

Step 9

Drizzle the maple syrup over the caramelized bananas and stir to combine.

Step 10

To serve, place two slices of French toast on each plate. Spoon the rum bananas over the top and drizzle with additional syrup from the pan.

Step 11

Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	930.6 grams (930.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1600

Total Fat 58.70g	75%
Saturated Fat 29.40g	147%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 689mg	230%
Sodium 922mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 218.10g	79%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 135.40g
Protein 41.70g	83%

Vitamin D 230IU	1152%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1582mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 55.7%