Overnight Ice Cream French Toast with Cinnamon Banana Syrup

Indulge in pure breakfast decadence with this Overnight Ice Cream French Toast with Cinnamon Banana Syrup, a recipe that transforms mornings into a gourmet experience. Featuring a rich custard base made from melted vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and warm spices, this French toast reaches a new level of creamy, custardy perfection. Prepared the night before, the thick-cut brioche or challah absorbs all the luscious flavors, making it effortless to whip up a golden, buttery pile of French toast in the morning. To top it off, a divine cinnamon banana syrup—made with fresh bananas, maple syrup, and brown sugar—adds a caramelized sweetness that perfectly complements the dish. This make-ahead breakfast is ideal for family gatherings or special brunches, offering a delightful balance of convenience and indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 pieces Thick-cut bread slices (brioche or challah recommended)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for frying)
• 3 medium Bananas (sliced)
• 1 cup Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for syrup)
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the vanilla ice cream over low heat until it becomes liquid. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted ice cream, milk, eggs, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Place the bread slices in a single layer in a large shallow baking dish. Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Step 4

The next morning, preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 5

Working in batches, cook the soaked bread slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 6

While the French toast is cooking, prepare the cinnamon banana syrup. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is heated through.

Step 7

Add the banana slices to the syrup and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the bananas are softened but not mushy.

Step 8

Serve the French toast warm, topped with the cinnamon banana syrup. Optionally, garnish with powdered sugar or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1774.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3418.6

Total Fat 101.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1065.0mg	0%
Sodium 2178.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 576.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 381.6g
Protein 77.5g	0%

Vitamin D 281.6IU	0%
Calcium 969.5mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 3134.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 65.3%