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Banana bread bread pudding with caramel drizzle and banana slices

The Ultimate Banana Bread Pudding Recipe You’ll Fall in Love With

  • Author: Sam
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This banana bread bread pudding is rich, moist, and packed with comforting flavors. Made with leftover banana bread, a creamy custard, and warm spices, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of ice cream for a truly indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pudding:

  • 4 cups banana bread, cubed (preferably slightly stale)
  • 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free version)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for extra richness)
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

For the Caramel Sauce (Optional but Recommended):

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Banana Bread

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the banana bread into 1-inch cubes. If the bread is fresh, lightly toast it in the oven for 10 minutes to prevent sogginess.

Step 2: Make the Custard Mixture

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugars, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.

Step 3: Soak the Bread

  1. Place the cubed banana bread in a greased baking dish.
  2. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, making sure all pieces are soaked. Let it sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4: Bake the Pudding

  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly.

Step 5: Make the Caramel Sauce (Optional)

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, then simmer for 2-3 minutes until smooth.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!

  1. Let the pudding cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  2. Drizzle with caramel sauce or top with ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes or microwave for 30 seconds.
  • Make it dairy-free: Use almond or coconut milk instead of dairy.
  • Want extra crunch? Add chopped pecans or walnuts before baking
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana bread bread pudding, banana pudding recipe, easy banana dessert, baked banana custard, caramel banana pudding, leftover banana bread recipes

Find it online: https://www.freshleafrecipes.com/banana-bread-bread-pudding/