Ladies, let me share with you my absolute favorite afternoon treat that’ll make your taste buds dance and your friends beg for the recipe! I discovered this incredible Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding during one of my stress-baking episodes (we’ve all been there, right?), and honey, it’s been a game-changer ever since.
Picture this: warm, buttery bread cubes soaked in a rich custard, topped with caramelized bananas and a drizzle of homemade caramel sauce. I mean, could it get any better? Trust me, this isn’t your grandma’s regular bread pudding – it’s a whole new level of deliciousness!
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 loaf of day-old brioche bread (yes, treat yourself!)
– 4 ripe bananas
– 4 eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– Pinch of salt
– 4 tablespoons butter
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Now, let’s get cooking:
1. Cut that brioche into 1-inch cubes and let them get a little stale (about 2 hours). Trust the process!
1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, 1/2 cup brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Girl, your kitchen is about to smell amazing!
1. Fold in those bread cubes and let them soak up all that goodness for 30 minutes. (Perfect time to catch up on your favorite show!)
1. While waiting, slice those bananas and caramelize them in a pan with 2 tablespoons butter and remaining brown sugar until golden brown.
1. Pour the soaked bread mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish, top with those gorgeous caramelized bananas, and drizzle with the remaining caramel from the pan.
1. Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
Let it cool for 15 minutes (I know it’s hard, but patience is a virtue!), and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you’re feeling extra indulgent – which you totally should!
This recipe has been my secret weapon at potlucks and family gatherings, and now it’s yours too! Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious recipes that’ll make you the talk of the town. And pretty please, drop a comment below telling me how this turned out for you – I’m dying to know if it made you weak in the knees like it does to me every single time! 💁♀️✨
Remember, cooking is all about having fun and adding your own twist. Maybe add some pecans if you’re feeling nutty, or a splash of bourbon if you’re feeling sassy (I won’t judge!). Now go forth and create some magic in your kitchen, beautiful people! 🍌✨
