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Banana Croissant “French Toast” Casserole

Banana Croissant “French Toast” Casserole

This Banana Croissant French Toast Casserole is a delicious blend of croissants and bananas, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine French
Servings 4 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 8 x 8-inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon banana extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ripe banana sliced
  • 6 day-old croissants cut or torn into pieces
  • maple syrup for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350F and spray an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, banana extract and salt.
  • Add the croissant cubes and mix together until the croissants are fully coated in the cream mixture.
  • Let it sit for 25-30 minutes, stirring about 15 minutes in.
  • Once the croissants have soaked, pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Nestle in the banana slices.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the custard is set and the croissants are starting to brown.
  • After the casserole has finished baking, let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Great for a brunch gathering or a special breakfast treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Keyword banana, Breakfast, Brunch, casserole, croissant, French Toast
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