20-Minute Banana Nutella Stuffed French Toast
This indulgent breakfast transforms ordinary French toast into a decadent treat by stuffing whole-grain bread with creamy Nutella and fresh banana slices. The custard-soaked sandwiches are pan-fried until golden brown and crispy outside while remaining tender inside. Each bite delivers rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor balanced by sweet banana. Perfect for weekend brunch, special occasions, or when you want to turn breakfast into dessert. The combination of textures - from the crispy exterior to the melty Nutella and soft banana filling - makes this a memorable morning meal that both kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup low-fat milkwhole milk1:1richness
creamier custard
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 6 slices whole-grain breadbrioche1:1indulgent
richer texture
- 4 ½ tablespoons Nutella
- 1 cup banana, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Combine milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, sugar, and salt in a shallow dish
- 2
Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons Nutella on each of 3 bread slices
- 3
Distribute 1/3 cup banana slices over each Nutella-covered bread slice
- 4
Top with remaining 3 bread slices to form sandwiches
- 5
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat
- 6
Dip one sandwich at a time into milk mixture, turning gently to coat both sides
- 7
Place coated sandwiches into heated pan
- 8
Cook 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned
- 9
Cut each sandwich into 4 triangles
- 10
Sprinkle evenly with powdered sugar
Tips
Use day-old bread for better structure when soaking in custard mixture
Work quickly when dipping sandwiches to prevent them from falling apart
Keep finished French toast warm in 200°F oven while cooking remaining batches
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 2 days, reheat in toaster oven
Assemble sandwiches up to 2 hours ahead, keep refrigerated until ready to cook
Serve immediately while hot and crispy, with maple syrup or fresh fruit
Common Mistakes
Don't oversoak sandwiches to avoid soggy texture
Keep heat at medium-high to avoid burning before centers cook through
Cut gently with sharp knife to prevent filling from squeezing out
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can assemble the sandwiches up to 2 hours ahead and keep them refrigerated, but cook them fresh for best texture and temperature.
What if I don't have Nutella?
Any chocolate-hazelnut spread works, or substitute peanut butter, almond butter, or even jam for different flavor combinations.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days. Reheat in toaster oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness.