Description

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast delight with this Banana Croissant “French Toast” Casserole. Combining the flaky goodness of croissants with sweet, ripe bananas, this dish is perfect for family brunches or cozy mornings at home. With its gooey texture and rich flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at your table. Plus, the easy preparation means you can spend more time enjoying it with loved ones!

Ingredients

Scale

6 stale croissants, torn into pieces
3 ripe bananas, mashed
4 large eggs
2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
Gently fold in the torn croissant pieces until fully coated in the banana mixture.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown on top.
Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with maple syrup drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: Use day-old croissants for best results as they absorb custard without falling apart. Customize by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or swapping bananas for other fruits like berries or apples. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.