Upside Down Banana Walnut French Toast

Transform your breakfast into a stunning centerpiece with this Upside Down Banana Walnut French Toast! Featuring a caramelized layer of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts baked beneath soft, custard-soaked thick-cut bread, this dish is the ultimate combination of sweet and nutty flavors. Made in just one skillet, a rich brown sugar and butter caramel forms the base, while a fragrant egg mixture infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla gives the French toast its irresistibly spiced aroma. Baked to golden perfection and flipped to reveal its drool-worthy topping, this brunch favorite is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup for an indulgent, crowd-pleasing treat that feels straight out of a gourmet café. Ideal for weekend mornings or holiday gatherings, this upside-down creation reinvents French toast in the most delectable way possible.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 6 thick-cut bread slices
• 0 (optional, for serving) maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel and slice the bananas into 1/4-inch rounds.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar until it melts into a smooth caramel-like consistency.

Step 4

Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the caramel mixture, stirring until fully combined.

Step 5

Arrange the banana slices evenly over the caramel in the skillet, then sprinkle the walnuts on top. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.

Step 7

Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated, and gently place the bread slices over the bananas and walnuts in the skillet. Slightly overlap the bread slices if necessary to fit.

Step 8

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and puffed.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the skillet to loosen the French toast.

Step 10

Carefully flip the French toast onto a large serving plate so that the bananas and walnuts are on top.

Step 11

Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1473.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2981.6

Total Fat 136.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.5g
Cholesterol 935.0mg	0%
Sodium 2167.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 399.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 237.4g
Protein 69.1g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 902.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 3008.4mg	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: 39.7%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 51.4%