Decadent Bananas Foster French Toast
Indulge in a delightful twist on breakfast with our Decadent Bananas Foster French Toast, inspired by the iconic recipe featured at Surrey's Cafe in the heart of New Orleans. This dish marries the classic flavors of bananas foster with the comforting embrace of French toast, creating a sumptuous morning treat that's perfect for any special occasion. Rich cream cheese stuffed between buttery slices of French bread, succulent bananas caramelized in a luscious rum sauce, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar come together to make your taste buds dance. Prepare to impress family and friends with this unforgettable breakfast dish that truly embodies the culinary spirit of New Orleans!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
bananas
3 (2 bananas mashed for mixture; 1 banana sliced for stuffing)
dark brown sugar
1 cup (for the bananas foster mixture)
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
vanilla extract
2.5 teaspoons (1 teaspoon for the mixture and 1 teaspoon for the batter)
eggs
2-3 (beaten for the batter)
sugar
2 tablespoons (for the batter)
half-and-half
1 cup (for the batter)
butter
1 lb (for the rum sauce)
heavy cream
2 ounces (for the rum sauce)
oil
as needed (for frying)
French bread
1 loaf (cut into 4 pieces)
powdered sugar
for garnish (to sprinkle on finished dish)
rum
1/4 cup (for the rum sauce)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Bananas Foster Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 of the bananas, 1 cup of dark brown sugar, softened cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Use a handheld blender to mix until the ingredients are well combined and smooth. Set aside.
2
Make the French Toast Batter: In another bowl, whisk together 2-3 eggs and 2 tablespoons of sugar until well blended. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved. Gradually mix in 1 cup of half-and-half until the batter is smooth.
3
Craft the Rum Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 lb of butter, 3 ounces of dark brown sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla extract. Stir until the butter melts completely. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add 1/4 cup of rum. Ignite the mixture with a long kitchen match, allowing the flames to subside. Once the flames are down, immediately whisk in 2 ounces of heavy cream until the sauce is smooth. Set aside.
4
Assemble the French Toast: Heat a generous amount of oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Slice the reserved 1 banana and stuff the cut pieces of French bread with banana slices, followed by the prepared cream cheese mixture. Cut each stuffed piece into 4 diagonal sections.
5
Cook the French Toast: Dip each cut piece into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated. Pan-fry them in the heated oil until all sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6
Serve: Pour the warm rum sauce onto a serving plate and elegantly place the golden pieces of French toast on top. Dust with powdered sugar for an inviting presentation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Bananas Foster French Toast?
It is a rich breakfast dish inspired by Surrey's Cafe in New Orleans, featuring French bread stuffed with cream cheese and bananas, topped with a caramelized rum sauce.
What inspired this specific French toast recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the iconic dish served at Surrey's Cafe in the heart of New Orleans.
How many bananas are needed for this recipe?
A total of three bananas are required: two for the foster mixture and one for stuffing the bread.
What ingredients are in the Bananas Foster mixture?
The mixture consists of 2 bananas, 1 cup of dark brown sugar, 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How do I prepare the cream cheese stuffing mixture?
Combine the bananas, brown sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla in a bowl and use a handheld blender to mix until smooth.
What goes into the French toast batter?
The batter is made by whisking together 2-3 eggs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 cup of half-and-half.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 2 to 3 eggs, beaten until well blended with the sugar.
How much half-and-half is used?
One cup of half-and-half is gradually mixed into the egg and sugar base.
What are the components of the rum sauce?
The sauce includes 1 lb of butter, 3 ounces of dark brown sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 1/4 cup of rum, and 2 ounces of heavy cream.
How much butter is required for the rum sauce?
The recipe uses one pound of butter to create the luscious rum sauce.
What is the first step in making the rum sauce?
Combine the butter, 3 ounces of dark brown sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts.
How is the rum added to the sauce safely?
Remove the pan from the heat, add the rum, and ignite it with a long kitchen match, letting the flames subside naturally.
When do I add the heavy cream to the sauce?
Immediately whisk in the heavy cream once the flames from the ignited rum have gone down.
How much rum is needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of rum.
How is the French bread prepared for stuffing?
The loaf is cut into 4 pieces, stuffed with sliced bananas and the cream cheese mixture, then each piece is cut into 4 diagonal sections.
What kind of bread is used?
The recipe specifies using one loaf of French bread.
How is the French toast cooked?
Dip the stuffed bread pieces into the batter and pan-fry them in heated oil.
How long should the French toast be fried?
Pan-fry the pieces for about 2-3 minutes per side until all sides are golden brown.
What temperature should the oil be for frying?
Heat a generous amount of oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
How is the dish served?
Pour the warm rum sauce onto a plate, place the French toast on top, and dust with powdered sugar.
What is used as a garnish for this dish?
Powdered sugar is sprinkled over the finished dish for an inviting presentation.
What is the total amount of vanilla extract used?
The total is 2.5 teaspoons: 1 tsp for the mixture, 1 tsp for the batter, and 0.5 tbsp (which is 1.5 tsp) for the sauce.
What type of sugar is used for the foster mixture?
One cup of dark brown sugar is used for the mixture.
Is the cream cheese used cold or softened?
The 8 ounces of cream cheese should be softened for the best blending results.
What tool is recommended for mixing the stuffing?
A handheld blender is recommended to ensure the mixture is well combined and smooth.
How many pieces is the bread cut into after stuffing?
Each of the 4 stuffed pieces is cut into 4 diagonal sections, making 16 smaller pieces total.
Does the recipe use granulated sugar?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar are used in the French toast batter.
What is the consistency of the final rum sauce?
The sauce should be whisked until it is smooth after adding the heavy cream.
Should the rum sauce be served cold?
No, the sauce should be served warm, poured directly onto the plate before adding the toast.
How much dark brown sugar is used in the sauce?
Three ounces of dark brown sugar are added to the rum sauce.