Hey there, foodies! Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with this absolutely divine Caramelized Banana French Toast Bread Pudding. Trust me, your taste buds are about to do a happy dance! 💃
Listen, I know what you’re thinking – dessert for breakfast? Honey, life’s too short to play by the rules! This recipe is my go-to when I want to impress weekend guests or just treat myself to something special (because we deserve it, right?).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 loaf of brioche bread (day-old is perfect!)
– 4 ripe bananas
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 3 tablespoons butter
– Pinch of salt
Okay, let’s get cooking, girlfriend!
First, cut that gorgeous brioche into thick chunks – about 1-inch pieces. Don’t be too precious about it; rustic is what we’re going for here! Spread them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
For the custard mixture (ooh la la!), whisk together your eggs, milk, cream, half the brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour this heavenly mixture over your bread chunks and let it soak for about 30 minutes. Give it a gentle push down occasionally – we want all that goodness absorbed!
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Now for the star of the show – those caramelized bananas! Melt your butter in a skillet over medium heat, add the remaining brown sugar, and let it get all bubbly. Slice those bananas and add them to the pan. Let them get golden and caramelized – about 2-3 minutes each side. Try not to eat them all straight from the pan (I’ve been guilty of this more times than I’d like to admit!).
Layer these gorgeous caramelized bananas on top of your soaked bread mixture. Pop it in a preheated 350°F oven for about 45-50 minutes until it’s golden brown and slightly puffy.
The smell while this bakes? Heaven! Your neighbors might “accidentally” drop by to say hello. 😏
Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, or both – I won’t judge! 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 can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved my brunches! It’s perfect for those lazy Sunday mornings or when you need to impress your mother-in-law (we’ve all been there!).
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XOXO,
Your breakfast-loving bestie 💕
P.S. If you have any leftover (highly unlikely!), it reheats beautifully the next day. Just pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds, and it’s like having a warm hug for breakfast all over again!
