Overnight Banana French Toast

Transform your mornings with this decadent and effortless Overnight Banana French Toast, a make-ahead dish that combines rich, creamy custard with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Layered with slices of day-old French bread and infused with a perfectly spiced mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, this baked casserole is soaked overnight, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of soft, custardy bread and caramelized banana slices, making it a perfect choice for brunch gatherings or holiday breakfasts. Simply pop it in the oven the next day for a stress-free meal that’s golden, aromatic, and irresistibly delicious. Top it off with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for the ultimate indulgence. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this easy banana French toast casserole is sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread (stale or day-old)
• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)
• 0 optional Maple syrup (for serving)
• 0 optional Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick slices. Layer the slices in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them.

Step 3

Peel and slice the bananas into rounds, about 1/4-inch thick. Tuck banana slices evenly between the bread slices, and scatter any remaining slices over the top.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and bananas, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Lightly press down on the bread slices with a spatula to help them absorb the custard mixture.

Step 6

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours.

Step 7

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator and uncover.

Step 8

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1628 grams (1628.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2639

Total Fat 137.10g	176%
Saturated Fat 74.30g	372%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1446mg	482%
Sodium 800mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 280.50g	102%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 232.80g
Protein 58.40g	117%

Vitamin D 468IU	2339%
Calcium 863mg	66%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2730mg	58%

*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: 47.7%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 43.3%