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Banana Bread Pudding

Irresistible Banana Bread Pudding with Creamy Vanilla Sauce

Enjoy a delightful Banana Bread Pudding, blending classic flavors and textures, perfect for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Soaking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 6 cups Day-old French bread Cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Melted
  • 4 large Eggs Lightly beaten
  • 2 cups Milk 2% preferred or substitute
  • 0.5 cups Granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adjust to preference
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 4 medium Firm bananas Ripe but still firm
  • 1 cup Raisins Optional
For the Vanilla Sauce
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted butter Melted
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening
  • 0.5 cups Granulated sugar Adjust based on preference
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy works well too
  • 0.25 cups Corn syrup For sweetness and shine
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Microwave or stovetop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2 to 3-quart casserole dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and pour over cubed bread in the casserole dish, tossing to coat.
  3. In a bowl, beat 4 large eggs. Add 2 cups of milk, 0.5 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 0.5 teaspoon salt.
  4. Fold sliced firm bananas and optional raisins into the custard mixture.
  5. Combine custard mixture with the bread cubes, let sit for 10-15 minutes to soak.
  6. Bake the mixture for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
  7. For the sauce, melt 0.25 cup unsalted butter, whisk in 2 tablespoons cornstarch, then add 0.5 cup sugar and 1 cup milk, cooking until thickened.
  8. Serve warm pudding with vanilla sauce over each portion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped Banana Bread Pudding for up to 2 months.

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