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Banana Bread Pudding

Banana Bread Pudding

The ultimate comfort food, Banana Bread Pudding is a warm, creamy dessert that melts in your mouth. With its rich flavors of ripe bananas and sweet custard, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion. Treat yourself tonight!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups bread such as french or brioche, cubed; slightly stale or hard bread is perfect
  • 1 cup bananas sliced; additional bananas can be used for garnish if desired
  • 1/4 cup butter melted and cooled
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsps pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp milk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. This ensures that your Banana Bread Pudding will bake evenly and thoroughly, giving it a beautiful golden color.
  2. Prepare a greased 2-quart baking dish by lightly coating it with cooking spray or a layer of butter. This will prevent the pudding from sticking and make for an easy cleanup.
  3. Place 4 cups of cubed bread and 1 cup of sliced bananas into the baking dish, spreading them evenly. The bread should be slightly stale to absorb the custard well.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 3 lightly beaten eggs, 2 cups of whole milk, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of melted and cooled butter, 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well until fully combined to create a smooth custard base.
  5. Pour the custard mixture over the bread and bananas in the baking dish. Gently stir to coat the bread with the custard, ensuring every piece is soaked.
  6. Bake the pudding uncovered in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. If desired, prepare a simple glaze by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of milk. Stir until smooth and drizzle over the baked pudding for added sweetness and decoration.
  8. Garnish with additional banana slices and serve warm. Enjoy the comforting flavors and textures of your homemade Banana Bread Pudding!

Notes

There’s a special charm in recipes that have been passed down through generations. My grandmother used to make Banana Bread Pudding during holiday gatherings, and it was always the star of the show. Watching her prepare it, with her gentle hands breaking the stale bread and mixing in the ingredients, is a cherished memory. This dish has a way of bringing families together and creating lasting memories.