Vegan Pain Perdu (French Toast) with Caramelized Bananas

Ingredients

• 8 slices Dairy-free bread (challah or brioche style)
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 2 medium Bananas
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar

Instructions

1. 1In a shallow dish, whisk together almond milk, maple syrup, cornstarch, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. 2Soak each slice of bread in the mixture for about 30 seconds per side, ensuring it's fully saturated.
3. 3Melt vegan butter in a skillet over medium heat.
4. 4Cook the soaked bread slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. 5While the French toast is cooking, prepare the caramelized bananas. Slice the bananas into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
6. 6In a separate skillet, melt remaining vegan butter and add brown sugar. Cook until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is bubbly.
7. 7Add the banana slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until caramelized and golden brown.
8. 8Serve the French toast immediately, topped with caramelized bananas.

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