French Toast with Bacon and Banana

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French toast made from sliced French bread dipped in an egg and milk mixture, pan fried then served with bacon, banana and maple syrup. A wonderful homemade brunch option.

A plate with French toast, cooked bananas, crispy bacon, and syrup on a striped plate; a banana and kitchen towel are in the background.

French Toast with Bacon and Banana is one of my favourite items on a brunch menu. I find it almost impossible to go past. Although it involves a few steps, it's pretty straightforward to make at home. Simply slice your bread, dip it in your egg mixture then pan-fry until golden. I like to serve mine with grilled banana and bacon.

For another delicious sweet breakfast, why not give my Blender Waffles a go?

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French Toast with Bacon and Banana

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A loaf of bread, three eggs in a bowl, a bottle of maple syrup, a carton of milk, a block of butter, a bunch of bananas, and a pack of streaky bacon on a countertop.

Bread: Stale bread works really well for this as it holds together when you're cooking it. And it uses up old bread that might otherwise go to waste!
Banana: Slightly ripe bananas are ideal for frying. If they're too soft (overripe), they may fall apart in the pan.
Bacon: Streaky bacon is my favourite kind. You could also use middle bacon though.

Note: Scroll to the recipe card for the ingredients, quantities and the full method.

Step by step instructions:

Preheat the oven to fan grill. Line a tray with baking paper then lay the bacon out on top. Grill the bacon in the oven until golden. Slice the French stick diagonally into approximately 2cm thick pieces.

Strips of raw bacon are laid out in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

A sliced baguette on a black cutting board with a bread knife and a few loose crumbs on a white countertop.

In a medium bowl whisk eggs and milk together until well combined. Pour the egg mixture into a flat bottom dish, ready for coating the bread.

A metal bowl containing milk and three cracked eggs with a whisk resting inside, ready for mixing on a speckled countertop.

A metal bowl containing whisked eggs and a metal whisk on a speckled countertop.

Place a large frying pan on a medium heat, then add a little butter. Dip a few slices of bread into the egg mixture ensuring they are well coated, then place them into the hot pan.

A hand holds a slice of bread dipped into a bowl of cheese fondue on a kitchen countertop.

A hand dips a slice of bread into a blue dish filled with a pale yellow liquid, likely a batter or custard mixture.

Fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Ensure there are no soggy bits of raw egg mixture before removing from the pan. Repeat with remaining bread and egg mixture.
Place on a warm plate and cover with a tea towel to keep warm or in the oven on a low temp.

Slices of bread soaked in egg mixture are cooking in a black cast iron skillet, likely being prepared as French toast.

Several pieces of bread are being toasted in a black cast iron skillet, with golden brown, crispy surfaces visible.

Slice the banana in half long ways. Add a little butter to the pan and fry till golden brown - a minute or 2 on each side.

Three whole bananas with peels and three bananas sliced lengthwise on a black cutting board.

Four halved bananas being pan-fried in a black cast iron skillet on a stovetop, showing browning on the cut sides.

Plate up your French toast with bacon, and fried banana then drizzle with maple syrup to serve.

A plate with French toast, cooked bacon, and sliced cooked bananas, with syrup drizzled on top; a bunch of bananas and a bottle of syrup are in the background.

Recipe FAQs:

Can I use a different type of bread instead of a French stick?

Yes, you can use brioche, sourdough, or sandwich bread. Just make sure the slices are thick enough to hold their shape when soaked in the egg mixture.

How do I know when the French toast is cooked through?

It should be golden brown on both sides and not feel soggy in the center. If you're unsure, cut one piece open-there should be no runny egg.

Can this recipe be made gluten-free?

Yes. Just swap the French stick for your favourite gluten-free bread.

Storage:

French toast is best served immediately after it is cooked. It is not suitable for freezing.

Top tips:

You'll need to fry the french bread a little longer than regular sliced bread. It takes longer for the heat to get to the middle of the thicker bread and cook the egg mix.

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French Toast with Bacon and Banana

Yield: Serves 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

French toast made from sliced French bread dipped in an egg and milk mixture. Then pan fried and served with bacon, banana and maple syrup.

Ingredients

250g streaky bacon
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1 French stick
2 Tbsp butter
2-4 bananas

To serve

Maple syrup

Instructions

Preheat the oven to fan grill.
Line a tray with baking paper then lay the bacon out on top. Grill the bacon in the oven until golden.
Slice the French stick diagonally into approximately 2cm thick pieces.
In a medium bowl whisk eggs and milk together until well combined. Pour the egg mixture into a flat bottom dish, ready for coating the bread.
Place a large frying pan on a medium heat, then add a little butter.
Dip a few slices of bread into the egg mixture ensuring they are well coated, then place them into the hot pan.
Fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Ensure there are no soggy bits of raw egg mixture before removing from the pan. Repeat with remaining bread and egg mixture.
Place on a warm plate and cover with a tea towel to keep warm or in the oven on a low temp.
Slice the banana in half long ways. Add a little butter to the pan and fry till golden brown - a minute or 2 on each side.
Plate up your French toast with bacon, and fried banana then drizzle with maple syrup to serve.

Notes

Stale bread works really well for this as it holds together when you’re cooking it and uses up old bread that might go to waste!
You’ll need to fry a little longer than regular sliced bread as it takes longer for the heat to get to the middle of the thicker bread and cook the egg mix.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 563Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 268mgSodium: 1200mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 3gSugar: 21gProtein: 31g

Nutritional values are approximate. Please use your own calculations if you require a special diet.

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