Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Stuffed French Toast
Decadent French toast sandwiches filled with creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate frosting, and fresh banana slices. The stuffed bread is dipped in a vanilla custard and cooked until golden brown with a melty, gooey center. Perfect for weekend brunches or special breakfast occasions when you want to indulge. The combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana creates a dessert-like breakfast that feels like a treat while still being satisfying.
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons pre-packaged chocolate frostingNutella1:1hazelnut
different flavor profile
- 1 banana, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons half-and-halfheavy cream1:1richadds dairy
creamier custard
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Spread peanut butter on two slices of bread and chocolate frosting on the other two slices
- 2
Place sliced bananas on top of peanut butter and top each with chocolate frosted slices
- 3
Heat margarine in a non-stick skillet over medium heat
- 4
Beat egg with vanilla and half-and-half
- 5
Dip each sandwich on both sides into the egg mixture
- 6
Cook each sandwich on both sides until browned and filling is melty
- 7
Top with powdered sugar and extra bananas
Tips
Use day-old bread for better absorption of the egg mixture without falling apart
Keep cooked sandwiches warm in a 200°F oven if making multiple batches
Slice bananas just before assembly to prevent browning
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 2 days, reheat in toaster oven
Assemble sandwiches up to 2 hours ahead, keep refrigerated
Serve immediately while warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit
Common Mistakes
Don't oversoak bread in egg mixture to avoid soggy texture
Keep heat at medium to avoid burning before filling melts
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, substitute plant-based milk for half-and-half and use vegan margarine or oil for cooking.
What if I don't have chocolate frosting?
Use Nutella, melted chocolate chips mixed with a little cream, or even chocolate spread.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store in refrigerator up to 2 days and reheat in toaster oven for best texture.