Description
Bite-sized pieces of banana bread dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla custard, pan-fried until golden and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- Banana Bread: 4 cups, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Eggs: 3 large
- Whole Milk: 1 cup
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Butter: 2 tablespoons (for cooking)
- Maple Syrup or Honey: 2–4 tablespoons, for drizzling
- Powdered Sugar: 1–2 tablespoons, optional, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a light coating of butter.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Grease the heated skillet with a little butter so the bites brown evenly without sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Dip banana bread cubes into the custard mixture, coating each cube well but not letting them become soggy.
- Cook to Perfection: Place coated cubes onto the skillet in a single layer without overcrowding, cooking each side about 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Finishing Touches: Transfer cooked bites to a plate, sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired, and add any additional toppings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle with maple syrup or honey and serve warm immediately.
Notes
- Whisk the custard the night before and store in the refrigerator for faster morning prep.
- Use slightly stale banana bread for best structure and less sogginess when dipping.
- To reheat, warm frozen or refrigerated bites in a 350°F oven or briefly in a skillet to restore crispness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches for even browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 bites)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: banana bread, french toast, breakfast, brunch, bite-sized, cinnamon, maple syrup