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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight French Toast

A delicious twist on traditional French toast, infused with peanut butter and ripe bananas, perfect for busy mornings or special brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces 1 loaf brioche bread, cut into ½ inch cubes Use day-old bread for better absorption.
  • 2 medium bananas, diced Use fresh or ripe bananas for enhanced sweetness.
  • 8 large eggs, room temperature, beaten Bring eggs to room temperature for better blending.
  • 2 cups whole milk, room temperature Feel free to use almond or soy milk for a dairy-free version.
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream Can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter, melted Use a high-quality brand for smoothness.
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter, melted (for topping)
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced (for topping)
  • Peanuts, chopped (for topping)
  • Maple syrup, for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add half of the bread cubes and half of the diced bananas in an even layer. Repeat with the second layer of bread and bananas.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, peanut butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers of bread and bananas, gently pressing down to help the bread absorb the liquid.
  5. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Baking
  1. When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap and let the dish sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
Serving
  1. Once out of the oven, let it cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with melted peanut butter, top with banana slices and crushed peanuts, and serve warm with maple syrup.

Notes

If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best taste. This dish pairs beautifully with fresh fruit or yogurt for extra creaminess. Consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or shredded coconut for variation.