_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Girls (and guys!), let me tell you about this breakfast dessert that literally had my family fighting over the last piece! This Caramelized Banana French Toast Bread Pudding is what breakfast dreams are made of – and trust me, I’ve had many breakfast dreams!
Listen, we all deserve to treat ourselves sometimes, and this recipe is that perfect excuse to turn your regular breakfast into something absolutely spectacular. It’s like having dessert for breakfast, and who doesn’t want that? Plus, it’s totally Instagram-worthy!
Let me break down this heavenly creation for you:
What You’ll Need:
– 1 loaf of brioche bread (day-old is perfect!)
– 4 ripe bananas (those spotty ones on your counter? Perfect!)
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream (calories don’t count before noon, right?)
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup butter
– Pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg
– Maple syrup for serving (the real stuff, pretty please!)
Now, here’s how the magic happens:
1. First things first, cut that brioche into chunky cubes. We’re talking about 1-inch pieces – nothing fancy, just rustic and homey.
1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, and half the brown sugar. Don’t worry if your arm gets tired – consider it your morning workout! 💪
1. Here’s where it gets good – melt that butter in a large skillet and add your sliced bananas with the remaining brown sugar. Let them get all caramelized and golden brown. Try not to eat them all straight from the pan (I may or may not be speaking from experience).
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1. Layer half the bread in a baking dish, pour half the egg mixture over it, add half the caramelized bananas, then repeat with remaining ingredients.
1. Let it sit for 30 minutes (I know, the waiting is torture!) to soak up all that custard goodness.
1. Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy.
When it comes out of the oven, you’ll want to face-plant right into it (but please don’t – it’s hot, and we care about your safety!). The top is perfectly crispy, while the inside is custardy heaven with pockets of caramelized banana throughout.
Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, and if you’re feeling extra fancy, add a dollop of whipped cream. This is the kind of breakfast that makes you want to stay in your PJs all day and binge-watch your favorite show!
Y’all, I cannot even tell you how many times I’ve made this for brunch gatherings, and every single time, people beg for the recipe. It’s that good!
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XOXO,
Your favorite breakfast-obsessed friend 🥰
P.S. If you managed to save leftovers (who are you, and how did you do that?), it reheats beautifully the next day!
