BANANA-HAZELNUT PAIN PERDU DUET

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The ultimate breakfast at our house is French toast with warm bananas and Nutella. Pass it around with confectioners' sugar, maple syrup and fresh mint. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Nutella
1 medium banana, halved lengthwise and sliced
4 teaspoons brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
Optional toppings: Confectioners' sugar, maple syrup, fresh mint leaves, additional banana slices and additional Nutella

Steps:

On each of 4 bread slices, spread cream cheese and Nutella to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with banana slices, brown sugar and remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, liqueur, cinnamon and vanilla., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, allowing each side to soak 30 seconds. Place sandwiches in skillet; toast until golden brown, 4-5 minutes on each side. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 221mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.