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bread pudding

Bananas Foster Bread Pudding

5 from 1 vote
A comforting Bread Pudding featuring caramelized bananas, toasted pecans, and a rich custard base. Press the tops down gently to ensure even soaking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf stale brioche bread Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 large ripe bananas Peeled and sliced
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adds richness
  • 1 cup whole milk Balances the custard
  • ¾ cup brown sugar Packed lightly
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pure extract preferred
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For warm spice
  • ½ cup pecans Chopped

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 baking dish Greased well
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For the custard
  • 1 Whisk To combine liquids
  • 1 Spatula To press the cubes down

Method
 

  1. Cut the stale brioche into uniform one-inch cubes and spread them evenly in a greased baking dish.
  2. Whisk the eggs, heavy cream, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon in a large bowl until smooth.
    whisking liquid custard for french toast
  3. Scatter the sliced bananas and chopped pecans over the dry cubes, then pour the liquid mixture slowly over everything.
    pouring custard over brioche and bananas
  4. Press the top pieces down gently with a spatula and let the dish sit at room temperature for twenty minutes.
    pressing bread cubes into liquid custard
  5. Bake uncovered in a preheated 350-degree oven for forty-five minutes until puffed and golden.
  6. Remove from the oven, let rest for ten minutes, and serve warm with caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 180gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 9gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for a quick, warm treat.

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