Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce
A comforting baked dessert combining ripe bananas and cubed bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard, finished with a rich homemade caramel sauce. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers day-old brioche bread, cubed, medium ripe bananas, mashed, 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 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 day-old brioche bread, cubed
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter for caramel
- 1/2 cup heavy cream for caramel
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 2 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 4 large eggs, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 6 cups cubed day-old brioche bread and 2 mashed ripe bananas to the custard mixture, stirring to coat all bread pieces evenly.
- Step 4: Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish and drizzle 2 tbsp melted butter evenly over the top.
- Step 5: Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Step 6: Meanwhile, make caramel sauce by melting 6 tbsp unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in 1 cup brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes until bubbly.
- Step 7: Slowly add 1/2 cup heavy cream while stirring and cook for an additional 3 minutes until thickened; remove from heat and stir in 1/4 tsp sea salt.
- Step 8: Let the bread pudding cool slightly, then drizzle generous amounts of warm caramel sauce over each serving before enjoying.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Banana Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 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 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 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 Caramel 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 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.
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