Banana Bread Pudding With Chocolate Chips

Banana Bread Pudding With Chocolate Chips

Try Banana Bread Pudding With Chocolate Chips at Home!

Indulge in the rich flavors of banana bread and chocolate chip cookies combined in a decadent bread pudding. This recipe is a game-changer, and with just a few tweaks, you can create different versions that cater to your taste buds. Don't forget to try making it at home and see the full recipe below!

Recipe: Banana Bread Pudding With Chocolate Chips

Ingredients:

* 4 cups stale banana bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 1/2 cup whole milk
* 2 large eggs
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
* 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
* Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, heavy cream, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the cubed banana bread to the mixture and stir until the bread is evenly coated.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
5. Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
6. Bake for 40 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
8. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10-15 minutes

Variations:

* Peanut Butter Banana Bread Pudding: Add 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter to the mixture before baking.
* Cinnamon Raisin Banana Bread Pudding: Add 1/2 cup of raisins and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the mixture.
* Espresso Banana Bread Pudding: Add 1 tablespoon of instant espresso powder to the mixture for a mocha twist.
* Nutella Banana Bread Pudding: Drizzle 1/4 cup of Nutella over the pudding before baking for a chocolate-hazelnut treat.
* Fruit Addition: Fold in 1 cup of dried cranberries, cherries, or blueberries to the mixture for added flavor and texture.

Get creative and experiment with different ingredients to make this banana bread pudding your own!

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