Mealtimes Breakfast & Brunch Toast Healthy French Toast Recipes Banana Bread French Toast 5.0 (4) 2 Reviews Take banana bread to the next level when you soak it in a classic French toast batter and fry it for an impressive (but oh so easy!) breakfast or brunch. Top with chopped walnuts, sliced bananas and maple syrup for extra decadence. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 22, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Victoria Seaver is a registered dietitian and Editorial Director for EatingWell.com. She completed her undergraduate degree in nutrition, dietetics and food science and her masters degree and dietetic internship at the University of Vermont. Victoria has been a part of the EatingWell.com team since 2015. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Diana Chistruga Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings Nutrition Profile: Healthy Pregnancy Low-Sodium Soy-Free Vegetarian Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 4 large eggs ¾ cup low-fat milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 8 slices banana bread, about 1 inch thick 2 tablespoons butter, divided Toasted chopped walnuts, sliced banana and pure maple syrup for topping (optional) Directions Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon in a 4-cup measuring cup or mixing bowl. Arrange 4 slices of banana bread in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread. Let soak for 1 minute, then turn the slices over and soak for 1 minute more. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the slices and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining banana bread, egg mixture and butter. To serve, top with walnuts, sliced banana and maple syrup, if desired. Associated Recipes Healthy Banana Bread Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, January 2017; updated April 2023 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 294 Calories 11g Fat 41g Carbs 9g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Serving Size 1 slice each Calories 294 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 41g 15% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 21g Added Sugars 15g 30% Protein 9g 17% Total Fat 11g 15% Saturated Fat 6g 31% Cholesterol 152mg 51% Vitamin A 498IU 10% Vitamin C 3mg 3% Folate 25mcg 6% Sodium 311mg 14% Calcium 103mg 8% Iron 4mg 20% Magnesium 17mg 4% Potassium 250mg 5% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved