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Decadent Bananas Foster Bread Pudding Recipe with Caramelized Bananas Made Easy

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A rich and comforting bread pudding featuring custardy brioche soaked in a spiced custard and topped with buttery caramelized bananas, perfect for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups cubed day-old brioche or challah bread (about 10 oz / 280 g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml) or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 ripe but firm bananas, sliced lengthwise
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (56 g), divided
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (100 g), packed
  • 2 tbsp dark rum (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional toppings: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, chopped toasted pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Cut day-old brioche or challah into 1-inch cubes. Spread on a baking sheet and toast lightly in a 325°F (160°C) oven for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until smooth. Add 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until combined.
  3. Place toasted bread cubes into the custard mixture and gently fold with a rubber spatula. Let sit for 15 minutes, stirring once or twice to ensure even soaking.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Pour soaked bread and custard mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is just set (slightly jiggly is okay). A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.
  7. While baking, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and stir until melted and bubbly.
  8. Add banana slices and cook gently for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  9. Add 2 tbsp dark rum and 1 tbsp lemon juice, cooking for about a minute to let alcohol cook off.
  10. Once bread pudding is out of the oven, spoon caramelized bananas over the top. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted nuts if desired.

Notes

Use day-old bread to avoid soggy pudding. Toasting bread helps maintain texture. Medium heat is best for caramelizing bananas to avoid burning. If top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil. Let pudding rest 10 minutes after baking to firm up. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free butter.

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