Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Warm banana bread pudding with tender custard baked until golden, topped with a rich bourbon caramel sauce for a comforting finish. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers mashed ripe bananas, cubed day-old banana bread, whole milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3, mashed ripe bananas
- 6 cups, cubed day-old banana bread
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 3 mashed ripe bananas with 6 cups cubed day-old banana bread.
- Step 3: In another bowl, whisk 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 large eggs, and 1 tbsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the milk and egg mixture over the banana bread and banana mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Let soak for 10 minutes to absorb.
- Step 6: Transfer soaked mixture to the prepared baking dish and drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 7: Bake for 45-50 minutes, until custard is set and top is golden brown.
- Step 8: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and bubbles.
- Step 9: Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Step 10: Serve warm banana bread pudding drizzled with bourbon caramel sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
