Bananas Foster Bread Pudding
This indulgent Bananas Foster Bread Pudding combines the caramelized richness of the iconic New Orleans dessert with soft custard-soaked bread, ripe bananas, and a buttery brown sugar-rum sauce—perfectly baked and served warm with a scoop of ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- For the bread pudding:
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread (about 6 cups, cubed)
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Bananas Foster sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup dark rum (or substitute with 1 tsp vanilla + 2 tbsp water)
- 2 sliced bananas (for topping)
- Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread cubed brioche or challah evenly in the dish. Scatter sliced bananas on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread and bananas. Gently press the bread to help it soak. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- While soaking, prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon until combined.
- Add rum (or substitute) and bring to a simmer. Stir in banana slices and nuts, if using. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour the warm sauce evenly over the soaked bread mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until golden on top and custard is set.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread for best texture—it absorbs more custard without becoming soggy.
- Dark rum adds authentic Bananas Foster flavor but can be omitted or substituted for a kid-friendly version.
- Add toasted pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
- Make ahead and reheat in a low oven before serving for easy entertaining.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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