Description

This Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole is the ultimate cozy breakfast—easy to prep, naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup, and perfect for weekends or entertaining. It’s a delicious, make-ahead brunch dish that feels like banana bread and French toast combined!

Ingredients

6 slices of whole wheat or brioche bread, cut into cubes

2 ripe bananas, sliced

4 large eggs

1 ½ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons maple syrup

¼ cup brown sugar

Pinch of salt

2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the dish)

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Instructions

Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
Layer the cubed bread and sliced bananas evenly in the dish.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, maple syrup, brown sugar, and salt.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and bananas. Press gently to ensure everything is soaked.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight.
The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the cover and bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is set.
Cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with more maple syrup if desired.

Notes

For crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans.

A handful of chocolate chips adds richness.

Swap bananas for strawberries or blueberries for a fruity variation.

Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Best with slightly stale or toasted bread to avoid sogginess.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320 kcal