Description
Banana bread pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert that combines layers of creamy custard, ripe bananas, and warm vanilla flavors. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy brunches, creating lasting memories with every bite. With its golden-brown top and rich custardy base, it’s a showstopper on any dessert table. Customize it with nuts or chocolate chips for added flair!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 6 cups stale bread (cubed)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer half of the cubed stale bread in the dish, followed by sliced bananas. Top with the remaining bread.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and melted butter. Pour over the bread and banana layers.
- Allow the mixture to soak for 15 minutes.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (120g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg