Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole Bliss

Enjoy a delicious Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole, perfect for busy mornings and family gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Chill Time 8

Total Time 9

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

8 slices day-old bread for better absorption
6 large eggs or flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan option
2 cups milk can use almond or oat milk
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half as a lighter alternative
1/2 cup granulated sugar can substitute with maple syrup or coconut sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar for caramel flavor
1 tbsp vanilla extract for best flavor use pure vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon can substitute with nutmeg
4 medium bananas sliced

For the Topping

1 cup streusel topping to be added in the last 5 minutes of baking

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing bowls
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep the Casserole: Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Tear bread into bite-sized chunks and place in a large mixing bowl.
Mix Custard: Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the custard over the torn bread, add sliced bananas gently.
Chill: Transfer the mixture into the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
Add Topping: Sprinkle streusel topping over the casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve warm, and consider topping with maple syrup, nuts, or whipped cream for an extra treat.

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