Who doesn’t love French toast for breakfast? It is certainly a breakfast staple. Our recipe for strawberry banana French toast is a tasty variation on a classic. While French toast is often considered a weekend breakfast treat, this recipe is so easy I don’t see why you couldn’t enjoy it on a weekday morning if you feel so inclined. According to Wikipedia, this dish has a long history and is known by many names. I recall learning that the French call it pain perdu which is translated as “lost bread.” It comes by this name because it provides a way to reclaim “lost” or stale bread that would otherwise be thrown out. Whatever it’s called, it sure is delicious!
I discovered this recipe, or something similar to it, when I was watching an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. I knew that I wanted to try something similar at home. I looked for the original recipe but couldn’t find it. I found this one instead. Close enough and delicious enough to be blog worthy. It was a huge hit at home.
Ingredients
I’ve pictured the ingredients you may need to go to the store to get. Everything else you probably already have in your pantry or refrigerator. I love it when things are as simple as that. The full ingredient list is below and in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- 1½ cup milk.
- 2 large eggs, beaten.
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- 3 oz. cream cheese room temperature.
- 8 slices bread. Texas toast style, about 1 inch thick.
- 2 bananas. Thinly sliced.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries. Thinly sliced.
- 4 tablespoons butter.
- Powdered sugar.
- Maple syrup or strawberry compote.
I ate mine with the strawberry compote I shared with you a few posts back. But you could also enjoy it with your favorite syrup or preserves. Our homemade blueberry, mixed berry, raspberry or apple syrup would also be good choices.
Fresh strawberries and bananas add an extra sweet surprise on the inside as well as an additional layer of flavor that blend very well with the nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. The cream cheese softens and melts over the fruit and bread to provide a smooth and creamy texture. Yeah! Because I happen to love cream cheese.
Instructions
Step 1. In a shallow bowl, combine milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. Set aside.
Step 2. To assemble, spread a thin layer of the cream cheese onto 1 side of the bread slices. Top half of the slices with the fruit, reserving some for garnish. Place another piece of bread on top, cream cheese side down, creating a sandwich.
Step 3. Preheat skillet or griddle on low medium heat. Brush with butter.
Step 4. Dip sandwiches into the batter, coating all sides.
Step 5. Place on the skillet or griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then turn on the edges and cook to brown evenly.
Step 6. To serve, garnish with additional fruit and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with maple syrup or strawberry compote. Enjoy!
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Hearty bread, fresh fruit, cream cheese, sweet syrup, milk and a cup of coffee. Sounds like a great breakfast to me.
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Strawberry Banana French Toast
Ingredients
- 1½ cup milk
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 oz. cream cheese room temperature
- 8 slices bread Texas toast style, about 1 inch thick
- 2 bananas thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoon butter
- powdered sugar
- maple syrup or strawberry compote
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. Set aside.
- To assemble, spread a thin layer of the cream cheese onto 1 side of the bread slices. Top half of the slices with the fruit, reserving some for garnish. Place another piece of bread on top, cream cheese side down, creating a sandwich.
- Preheat skillet or griddle on low medium heat. Brush with butter.
- Dip sandwiches into the batter, coating all sides.
- Place on the skillet or griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then turn on the edges and cook to brown evenly.
- To serve, garnish with additional fruit and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with maple syrup or strawberry compote. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Recipe from Guy Fieri
I would say “yes” to french toast any day of the week 🙂 These stuffed toast look very delicious, Sandra! Thanks for sharing this easy recipe! pinning!
Thanks so much, Savita!
I see that you’ve renovated your site a little bit, and I absolutely LOVE the changes! It’s certainly stunning. As is this delicious French toast! I am such sucker for French toast, especially when it’s stuffed with fruity perfection! Thanks for sharing! Pinned! 😀
Thank you, Kennedy! I’m glad that you like it. Thanks for the pin too!
This looks delicious! I’ve been dying to try stuffed French toast. This sounds so, so good.
Thank you, Melissa!