Banana Croissant French Toast Casserole Recipe
This Banana Croissant French Toast Casserole is a decadent breakfast dish combining flaky croissants and sweet bananas soaked in a rich egg custard, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for weekend brunch or special occasions, it delivers a warm, comforting blend of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Casserole Ingredients
- 6 large croissants, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Butter or non-stick spray for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Layer croissants and banana slices. Arrange half of the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish, then layer half of the sliced bananas over the croissants. Repeat to create a second layer with the remaining croissants and bananas.
- Make the egg custard. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Pour custard over the layered ingredients. Slowly pour the egg mixture over the croissants and bananas, ensuring all pieces are well soaked. Press down gently with a spatula to help absorb the custard.
- Let it soak. Allow the casserole to sit for about 10 minutes so the croissants can soak up the custard mixture thoroughly.
- Bake the casserole. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 to 50 minutes, or until the custard is set, and the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and serve. Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute whole milk with half-and-half or cream for a richer custard.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of rum extract elevates the flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free croissants.
- This casserole can be assembled the night before, covered, and refrigerated to bake fresh in the morning.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast.
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