Banoffee French Toast
Oh my sweet banana caramel booty-licious bundle of joy.
Um. Cream. Caramel. Banana slices….and – ummm. More caramel.
Is there anything wrong with having dessert for breakfast? Or breakfast for dessert? I don’t really know, but this was my dinner. Yeah, I know right? What a dinner.
Sticky caramel sauce I had to share with my kids, because with so much caramel oozing out of my kitchen, I was a bit scared. Scared to be alone with it and end up licking the base of the hot saucepan – it.was.that.good.
The torture was staring at it through the lens for the shot, smelling the caramel and getting dizzy from the sexy aroma.
Ok. Enough. I’m not talking anymore. Because you guys want the recipe. And really, it’s so super easy to create.
Feel free to use store bought caramel sauce, or have a try at making this one. I don’t even know if it’s the right way to make caramel, to be completely honest here, but man oh man it was freaking amazing. Kinda like a burnt butter caramel. The amount this recipe made below was enough for 4 generous serves..or perfect for refrigerating and saving the rest for ‘tomorrow,’ if ya get my drift. Because caramel on everything equals happiness.Oh hellooooo buttery caramel – fancy meeting you here!
Ok. So I know it’s a bit off the richter scale calorie wise…so this one you could definitely be calling on as a cheat meal or treat meal…whichever one rocks your socks! Have fun and enjoy. Sometimes you gotta just live a little…right? Life is too short. Give me all the caramel! Or. We can share?
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French Toast:
- ▢ 1 large egg
- ▢ 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- ▢ ½ tablespoon natural sweetener/sugar of choice
- ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ▢ 2 tablespoons low fat cream cheese
- ▢ ½ tablespoon (extra) natural sweetener/sugar of choice
- ▢ 1 ripe sliced banana (enough to cover one toast)
- ▢ 2 pieces bread of choice I use sourdough because I love it, but you can use anything your heart desires
- ▢ Caramel chips optional: for more caramel flavours
Caramel Sauce:
- ▢ 3 tablespoons light butter
- ▢ 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- ▢ 2 tablespoons milk
- ▢ 4 tablespoons water (or more if needed)
Instructions
French Toast:
- Whisk the egg, milk, sweetener/sugar and vanilla together in a shallow bowl until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese and the (extra) sweetener/sugar. Spread both pieces of bread with the cream cheese mixture, and add the sliced bananas to one slice of bread. Top with the second piece of bread and gently press the edges down to ‘seal.’
- Dip the sandwich into the egg mix, and turn to coat.
- Heat a non-stick pan with cooking oil spray over low-medium heat.
- Fry sandwich for about 3 - 5 minutes on both sides or until golden brown and cooked through (you can cover with a lid to speed up cooking time as long as it’s on LOW heat).
Caramel Sauce:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan. When bubbling hot, add the sugar and mix well to combine. Bring to a gentle rolling simmer and slowly add the milk. Stir and allow to simmer for about 3 -4 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken. Add water if needed, whisk well and drizzle over the french toast.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Banoffee French Toast
Ingredients
French Toast:
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- ½ tablespoon natural sweetener/sugar of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons low fat cream cheese
- ½ tablespoon (extra) natural sweetener/sugar of choice
- 1 ripe sliced banana (enough to cover one toast)
- 2 pieces bread of choice I use sourdough because I love it, but you can use anything your heart desires
- Caramel chips optional: for more caramel flavours
Caramel Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons light butter
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 4 tablespoons water (or more if needed)
Instructions
French Toast:
- Whisk the egg, milk, sweetener/sugar and vanilla together in a shallow bowl until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese and the (extra) sweetener/sugar. Spread both pieces of bread with the cream cheese mixture, and add the sliced bananas to one slice of bread. Top with the second piece of bread and gently press the edges down to ‘seal.’
- Dip the sandwich into the egg mix, and turn to coat.
- Heat a non-stick pan with cooking oil spray over low-medium heat.
- Fry sandwich for about 3 - 5 minutes on both sides or until golden brown and cooked through (you can cover with a lid to speed up cooking time as long as it’s on LOW heat).
Caramel Sauce:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan. When bubbling hot, add the sugar and mix well to combine. Bring to a gentle rolling simmer and slowly add the milk. Stir and allow to simmer for about 3 -4 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken. Add water if needed, whisk well and drizzle over the french toast.
Notes
Nutrition
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Okay, can we all agree that Taco Tuesday is literally the best night of the week?! It’s my go-to for a fun, easy dinner that I know everyone will love. And since this year’s National Taco Day is happening on a Tuesday (Oct 7th!), we are going ALL out!
I’ve gathered my absolute best, most-loved Taco Tuesday ideas to make your next taco night a total knockout. We are not the only ones crazy about Taco Tuesday Old El Paso is declaring October 7 “ National Taco Day-Off ” and giving you a chance to win a trip to a Cowboy Ranch.
How to Make The Quickest Tacos
I know weeknights are crazy! You want an amazing Taco Tuesday, but you need it FAST. These are my secret weapons for getting delicious tacos on the table in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Ahead: Chop your lettuce, tomatoes, and onions in the morning or the night before. Store them in airtight containers in the fridge. When it’s time to eat, you just have to set them out!
- Use Smart Shortcuts: Don’t be afraid to use pre-shredded cheese, a bag of slaw mix, or a good quality store-bought pico de gallo or guacamole to save time. You can find pico de gallo in the refrigerated section, I love the one from Trader Joe’s . It’s known for being consistently fresh, chunky, and having a great flavor. My biggest tip for any store-bought pico is to drain off any extra liquid at the bottom of the container and give it a stir. If you want to make it taste homemade, add a quick squeeze of fresh lime juice and a little chopped cilantro. It makes all the difference!
- Cook The Meat in Batches: I love to cook a double batch of taco meat on Sunday. I use half for dinner that night and save the other half for Tuesday. It reheats in minutes and its good to store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
What to stuff in a Perfect Taco?
Building the perfect taco is an art, and it’s all about the layers! Here’s my guide to the essential components.
- The Tortilla: Choose your base! Flour tortillas are soft and pliable, great for over-stuffed tacos these are my personal favourite, I use the Tortilla Land uncooked flour tortillas. You find them in the refrigerated section and cook them in a hot pan for about 30 seconds per side. They puff up and taste incredible. Corn tortillas offer an authentic, slightly sweet flavor and are amazing when quickly charred on a gas stove or in a hot pan. Hard Shells give you that classic, satisfying crunch.
- The Protein: While the recipes below give you tons of options, don’t be afraid to mix it up! Pick from seasoned ground beef, shredded chicken, spicy chorizo, or black beans for a great veggie option.
- The Toppings (The Best Part!): Get creative with a taco bar! Set out bowls of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole!
Our 10 Must-Make Taco Recipes
Now that you’re armed with all the pro tips, let’s get to the recipes!
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