Ingredients
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1 tablespoon icing sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4 x 2.5cm-thick slices day-old brioche (see note)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 bananas, sliced lengthways
• Pure maple syrup, to serve
Method
Step 1
Combine eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, icing sugar and cinnamon in a large jug. Whisk with a fork until well combined. Pour mixture into a shallow ceramic dish.
Step 2
Preheat oven to 180°C. Dip 2 brioche slices in milk mixture for 30 seconds to 1 minute each side or until well soaked. Hold over dish to drain. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large frying pan over medium heat until bubbling. Add soaked brioche. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to a baking tray. Keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining butter and brioche.
Step 3
Place French toast on plates. Top with banana. Drizzle with maple syrup. Serve.
