Donna Bell's Bake Shop Hummingbird Bread Pudding

Indulge in the tropical decadence of *Donna Bell's Bake Shop Hummingbird Bread Pudding*, a luscious dessert that combines the comforting richness of bread pudding with the iconic flavors of hummingbird cake. Made with cubes of buttery brioche, ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and crunchy chopped pecans, this recipe creates the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. A warming blend of cinnamon and nutmeg infuses each bite with cozy, spiced undertones, while a custardy mix of whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla ensures a silky, melt-in-your-mouth consistency. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, this crowd-pleasing dessert is ideal for holidays, brunch gatherings, or anytime you need a show-stopping treat. Perfectly easy to prepare yet utterly impressive, this bread pudding will transform everyday ingredients into a tropical-inspired masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old brioche bread
• 2 large ripe bananas
• 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the brioche bread into 1-inch cubes and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the crushed pineapple (with its juice), chopped pecans, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the liquid mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring that all pieces are soaked. Gently press the bread down into the custard to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to let the bread fully soak up the custard.

Step 7

Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly.

Step 8

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving, or add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3728.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10608.4

Total Fat 474.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 258.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 2517.9mg	0%
Sodium 9277.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1343.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 486.2g
Protein 212.0g	0%

Vitamin D 374.7IU	0%
Calcium 1710.7mg	0%
Iron 47.8mg	0%
Potassium 4784.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 51.2%