Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Caramel Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Warm banana bread pudding soaked with rum and topped with a rich spiced caramel sauce for a decadent Caribbean dessert. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 70 minutes pairs cubed day-old banana bread, sliced ripe bananas, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 8 Caribbean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup dark rum, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 cups cubed day-old banana bread and 2 sliced ripe bananas to the custard mixture. Gently fold to coat and let sit for 15 minutes to soak.
  3. Step 3: Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish with 2 tbsp unsalted butter and transfer the soaked bread mixture into it, spreading evenly.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 45-50 minutes until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, make the spiced caramel sauce: in a saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves and sauce is smooth and amber-colored, about 5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Remove pudding from oven and drizzle generously with warm caramel sauce before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Caramel Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Caramel Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed day-old banana bread from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced 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 Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced 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 Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Caramel Sauce?

Caribbean caribbean 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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