Ohana Bread Pudding with Bananas Foster Sauce

Indulge in the tropical decadence of 'Ohana Bread Pudding with Bananas Foster Sauce,' a dessert that combines rich, custardy bread pudding with the warm, caramelized flavors of bananas foster. Made with day-old challah or brioche, this bread pudding is infused with a luscious mixture of whole milk, heavy cream, and aromatic vanilla and cinnamon, creating the perfect balance of creaminess and spice. Topped with a buttery bananas foster sauce—featuring golden caramelized bananas and a hint of dark rum for an optional boozy twist—this dessert is elevated even further with a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream that melts into every drizzle. Perfect for special occasions or when you're craving a tropical-inspired treat, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable dessert experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups Day-old bread (e.g., challah or brioche)
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Light brown sugar
• 3 Ripe bananas, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Dark rum (optional)
• 1 scoop per serving Vanilla ice cream (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the creamy mixture over the bread cubes and gently toss to coat. Allow the mixture to soak for about 10-15 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure even absorption.

Step 5

Transfer the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Bake the bread pudding in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

While the bread pudding is baking, make the bananas foster sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar until dissolved.

Step 8

Add the sliced bananas to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes, gently stirring to coat them in the caramel mixture.

Step 9

If using rum, carefully add it to the saucepan and cook for an additional minute, allowing the alcohol to cook off. Remove the sauce from the heat.

Step 10

Serve the warm bread pudding topped with the bananas foster sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4331.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10515.1

Total Fat 339.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 162.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 2016.0mg	0%
Sodium 8464.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1523.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.2g	0%
Total Sugars 669.3g
Protein 235.0g	0%

Vitamin D 599.4IU	0%
Calcium 2531.1mg	0%
Iron 53.6mg	0%
Potassium 6058.9mg	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: 30.3%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 60.4%