Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding
Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of ripe bananas and custard-soaked bread for an indulgent treat. With its golden crust and gooey center, this easy-to-make pudding transforms any occasion into a comforting experience. Perfect for brunch or dessert, each bite offers a warm hug that’s sure to please friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 300g), sliced
- 4 cups day-old brioche or challah bread, torn into chunks
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for added depth)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a pan over medium heat, caramelize the banana slices with a sprinkle of sugar until golden (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the torn bread and caramelized bananas.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour over the bread mixture and let soak for 20 minutes.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg