_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies (and gents), let me tell you about this absolutely divine breakfast dessert that’s been making my mornings feel like I’m living in a fancy hotel. I’m talking about my Caramelized Banana French Toast Bread Pudding – and yes, it’s as amazing as it sounds!
You know those mornings when you want something extra special? Maybe it’s a lazy Sunday, or you’re hosting brunch for your besties? This recipe is your new secret weapon. Trust me, your Instagram followers won’t know what hit them!
Here’s what you’ll need (I know you’re already excited):
– 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
– Pinch of salt
– 2 tablespoons butter
Let me walk you through this heavenly creation (and yes, I’m literally drooling while writing this):
1. First things first, cut that gorgeous brioche into 1-inch cubes. Spread them on a baking sheet and let them dry out for about 30 minutes. We want them slightly stale – think of it as bread’s version of a spa treatment!
1. While your bread is doing its thing, let’s make the custard. Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Make it smooth like your favorite silk pajamas!
1. Now for the fun part! Slice those bananas and caramelize them in butter and brown sugar until they’re golden brown and smelling like heaven. (I may or may not have eaten a few pieces during recipe testing… don’t judge!)
Before I continue with the rest of the steps, can we just take a moment to appreciate how amazing your kitchen smells right now? If you’re loving this recipe so far, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak for more drool-worthy recipes that’ll make your taste buds dance!
1. Layer half the bread cubes in a buttered 9×13 baking dish, top with half the caramelized bananas, then repeat. Pour that luscious custard all over, making sure every piece of bread gets some love.
1. Let it sit for 30 minutes – I know, the waiting is torture! But trust your girl here, it’s worth it.
1. Bake at 350°F for about 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy.
Serve this baby warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, and if you’re feeling extra (which I always am), a sprinkle of candied pecans.
Y’all, this isn’t just breakfast – it’s a whole experience! My husband literally proposed to me again after trying this (okay, not really, but he did do the dishes without being asked, which is basically the same thing 😉).
If this recipe made you weak in the knees (and I know it did), don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more amazing recipes that’ll make you the queen of your kitchen! Drop a comment below and let me know if you tried this recipe – I love hearing about your cooking adventures and any tweaks you made to make it your own.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some leftover bread pudding calling my name from the kitchen. XOXO!
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