Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce

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Warm banana bread pudding made in a skillet with caramelized bananas and a rich rum-infused sauce for a cozy, indulgent dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes pairs unsalted butter, brown sugar, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

★ 4.6 (15 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add 2 medium sliced bananas and 1/4 cup brown sugar, cooking for 3-4 minutes until bananas caramelize and soften.
  2. Step 2: Remove skillet from heat and spread 4 cups cubed day-old banana bread evenly over the bananas.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp dark rum, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the skillet, pressing down gently to soak the bread.
  5. Step 5: Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to absorb the custard.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm, optionally drizzling more rum sauce if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum 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 Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum 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 unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum 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 Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum 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 Skillet Caramelized Banana Bread Pudding with Rum 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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