Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding: A Dense, Sweet Delight

Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding: A Dense, Sweet Delight

Servings

06

servingsPrep time

15

minutesCooking time

40

minutesCalories

320

kcal

This Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert, combining soft, custard-soaked bread with the sweet goodness of caramelized bananas. Every bite delivers a perfect balance of richness and sweetness. Whether served warm for a cozy dessert or enjoyed chilled, this decadent dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cubed day-old bread (brioche or French bread)

• 2 ripe bananas, sliced

• 3 large eggs

• 1 ½ cups milk or cream

• ½ cup brown sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing bananas)

• ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Directions

• In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the banana slices with brown sugar until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

  

• In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

• Place the bread cubes in a greased baking dish, layering in the caramelized bananas.

• Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and bananas. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb.

  

• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden and set. Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of ice cream.

How to Make Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding for a Sweet Boost

Note:

• For extra indulgence, replace milk with half-and-half or add chocolate chips between layers.