Peanut Butter and Banana Stuffed French Toast
Delightfully sweet and satisfying, this Peanut Butter and Banana Stuffed French Toast is a gourmet twist on a classic breakfast. The creamy peanut butter and soft banana filling create a rich and flavorful experience, perfect for a weekend treat or a special breakfast occasion.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 skillet or griddle
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 plate for serving
Ingredients
- 8 slices bread Preferably thick-cut, like brioche or Texas toast.
- 1 large banana Ripe, sliced.
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter For cooking.
- to taste maple syrup For serving, optional.
- to taste powdered sugar For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and sliced banana. Mix gently until combined.
- Spread the peanut butter and banana mixture evenly on 4 slices of bread. Top each with another slice of bread to create sandwiches.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not soggy.
- Place the sandwiches onto the hot skillet or griddle and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and serve warm with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the peanut butter filling.
You can substitute almond butter or any nut butter of your choice for a different taste.
If you have leftover egg mixture, you can make scrambled eggs as a side dish.