Description
This rich and comforting Banana Bread Pudding is made with soft cubes of French bread soaked in a creamy banana custard, studded with walnuts, and topped with a luscious homemade caramel sauce. It’s the ultimate cozy dessert for banana lovers.
Ingredients
For the Bread Pudding:
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1 (16 oz) loaf French bread, cut into 1–2 inch cubes
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4 large eggs
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1 cup heavy cream
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1½ cups milk
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon allspice
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½ teaspoon salt
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4 ripe bananas, mashed
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1¼ cups chopped walnuts, divided
For the Caramel Sauce:
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½ cup brown sugar
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3 tablespoons butter
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Splash of milk (about 1–2 tablespoons)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
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Stir in mashed bananas until fully incorporated.
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Add bread cubes and gently fold to coat evenly. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to soak.
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Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts, then transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
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Sprinkle remaining ¼ cup walnuts on top.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
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While pudding bakes, make the caramel sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar. Stir constantly until smooth and bubbling (about 3–4 minutes). Add vanilla and a splash of milk. Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Serve bread pudding warm with caramel sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
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Use very ripe bananas for maximum flavor and sweetness.
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Can be made ahead and reheated; drizzle caramel just before serving.
- Optional: Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American