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Caramelized Coconut Banana Bread Waffle French Toast

Caramelized Coconut Banana Bread Waffle French Toast
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Caramelized Coconut Banana Bread Waffle French Toast combines tropical flavors of banana and coconut with the comforting texture of moist banana bread and golden waffles. Topped with a rich, crunchy caramelized coconut mixture, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, offering an indulgent yet fresh experience that’s easy to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Base

  • Banana bread loaf, sliced 1 to 1.5 inches thick (preferably day-old)

Custard Mixture

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Caramelized Coconut Topping

  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (fresh or toasted)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Optional to Serve

  • Maple syrup or honey, for drizzling
  • Sliced bananas, toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, powdered sugar, fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and slightly frothy to create the custard base for soaking the banana bread.
  2. Slice the Banana Bread: Cut the banana bread into thick slices about 1 to 1.5 inches wide, ensuring the slices are thick enough to hold their shape during soaking and cooking.
  3. Soak the Banana Bread: Dip each banana bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking for about 20 seconds on each side to absorb enough liquid for a tender inside without sogginess.
  4. Cook in the Waffle Iron: Preheat and grease the waffle iron with butter. Place the soaked banana bread slices inside, close the lid, and cook for 4-6 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  5. Caramelize the Coconut Topping: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in shredded coconut and brown sugar, cooking while stirring constantly until the coconut turns golden and the sugar forms a sticky caramel coating.
  6. Assemble and Serve: Place the cooked banana bread waffles on plates, spoon the warm caramelized coconut topping generously over them, and drizzle with maple syrup or honey if desired. Garnish with optional toppings as preferred.

Notes

  • Use day-old banana bread for better soaking and texture.
  • Do not over-soak the bread to prevent sogginess.
  • Preheat the waffle iron to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Toast coconut before caramelizing to enhance flavor, if desired.
  • Cook the caramelized coconut topping last and serve immediately for best texture.

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Keywords: banana bread, waffle french toast, caramelized coconut, tropical breakfast, brunch, comfort food, caramelized topping

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