Description
Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole is a make-ahead breakfast made with ripe bananas, creamy custard, and a buttery streusel topping—perfect for brunch or special mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sourdough or French bread, cut into chunks
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 6–7 medium ripe bananas, chopped
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour (streusel)
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar (streusel)
- ½ cup salted butter (streusel)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, combine bread chunks with chopped bananas.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Pour egg mixture over bread and bananas, stirring gently to coat.
- Transfer to prepared dish, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden.
- Combine streusel ingredients and crumble over casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or desired toppings.
Notes
- Prepare the night before for best flavor.
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- Serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American