Try the Delicious Easy Banana Bread Pudding at Home!
We invite you to indulge in the warm, comforting aroma and taste of our Easy Banana Bread Pudding recipe. With its moist, sweet, and banana-infused goodness, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Don't hesitate to try it at home, and follow the simple steps below to create this mouthwatering treat. See the full recipe here:
Easy Banana Bread Pudding Recipe
Ingredients:
* 4 cups stale banana bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup brown sugar
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 2 large eggs
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
* 2 ripe bananas, sliced
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
* Fresh whipped cream or caramel sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt.
3. Add the heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Whisk until well combined.
4. Add the cubed banana bread to the mixture and toss until the bread is evenly coated.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
6. Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish and let it sit for 10 minutes.
7. Drizzle the melted butter over the bread mixture.
8. Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the bread mixture.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread pudding is set.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
11. Serve warm, topped with fresh whipped cream or caramel sauce, if desired.
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 60-65 minutes
Variations to Try:
* Cinnamon Swirl: Add an extra sprinkle of cinnamon to the bread mixture and swirl a cinnamon-sugar mixture (1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon) into the top of the bread pudding before baking.
* Chocolate Chip: Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips into the bread mixture for a chocolatey twist.
* Pecan Praline: Replace the walnuts with 1/2 cup of chopped pecans and sprinkle an extra 1/4 cup of chopped pecans on top of the bread pudding before baking.
* Caramel Sauce: Drizzle caramel sauce over the bread pudding after baking and top with chopped nuts or whipped cream.
Get ready to indulge in the warm, comforting goodness of our Easy Banana Bread Pudding!