Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
Warm banana bread pudding made from cubed banana bread, baked until golden and served with a rich bourbon caramel sauce. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers cubed banana bread, whole milk, heavy cream 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 450 calories and feeds 8, 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
- 6 cups, cubed banana bread
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 4 large eggs, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 6 cups cubed banana bread in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, pressing lightly to soak the cubes.
- Step 3: Drizzle 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter over the top and let sit for 15 minutes to absorb.
- Step 4: Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Step 5: While baking, prepare bourbon sauce by melting 1/4 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar and cook until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles gently.
- Step 6: Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup bourbon and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 8: Serve warm banana bread pudding topped with generous spoonfuls of the bourbon sauce.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (20 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 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 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 Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 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.
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