Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Whipped Cream

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Warm banana bread pudding soaked in a rum-spiced custard and topped with fluffy whipped cream infused with cinnamon and nutmeg. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs stale banana bread, eggs, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9x9-inch baking dish with 2 tbsp melted butter. Place 6 cups cubed stale banana bread evenly in the dish.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 tbsp dark rum, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour custard mixture evenly over banana bread cubes, pressing lightly to soak. Let sit for 15 minutes to absorb.
  4. Step 4: Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden and slightly crispy.
  5. Step 5: While baking, whip remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg until soft peaks form.
  6. Step 6: Serve warm bread pudding topped with a generous dollop of spiced whipped cream and a drizzle of extra rum if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Whipped Cream 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 Whipped Cream?

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 stale banana bread from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Whipped Cream?

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 Whipped Cream 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 Rum-Glazed Banana Bread Pudding with Spiced Whipped Cream?

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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