Banana-Hazelnut Pain Perdu Duet

• 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

1. On each of four 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.
2. 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.

bread, cream cheese, nutella, banana, brown sugar, eggs, milk, hazelnut liqueur, ground cinnamon, vanilla, butter, sugar

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/banana-hazelnut-pain-perdu-duet/ (may not work)