Caramel Banana French Toast

Jim recently told me about this epic French toast he made after redoing the kitchen in his old house, so I decided to surprise him the other morning for breakfast, making my own version drizzled with my decadent salted caramel sauce. While it may look fancy (and taste) fancy, French toast is surprisingly easy to make, and most of the ingredients needed are probably already on hand. You can use any bread you wish, and if you don't have heavy whipping cream, you can easily substitute milk. While syrup is typically served with French toast, a rich and buttery caramel sauce pairs well with the sweetness of the banana. This recipe was a winner in our house, and I'm sure it will be in yours, too!

INGREDIENTS

• 4 Slices Thick-Sliced Bread I used Artesano Bakery
• 3 Large Eggs
• ⅓ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• ½ tsp. Ground Cinnamon
• 1 Pinch Kosher Salt
• 1 Ripe Banana
• 1 tsp. Powdered Sugar
• 2 Tbsp. Caramel Sauce such as my Decadent Salted Caramel Sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1) Gather all of your ingredients.

Step 2) In a mixing bowl, crack your eggs and whisk together the heavy whipping cream and salt. Once well blended, whisk in the cinnamon until there are no clumps in the mixture.

Step 3) Heat a non-stick pan over medium high heat. Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, flipping to ensure both sides have been fully coated.

Step 4) Using a pair of tongs, place the dipped bread directly into the preheated pan. Cook for about 2 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Each side should be golden brown. Move the slice to a plate and repeat with the rest of the bread.

Step 5) Trim the ends of a banana, remove the peel, and slice evenly into thin coins.

Step 6) On one side of the bread, place slices of banana over the whole surface. Top with another slice of bread.

Step 7) Generously dust the tops with powdered sugar, then drizzle with warm caramel sauce just before serving.

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