Nut-Free Banana Bread Pudding

Indulge in the cozy, nut-free decadence of our Nut-Free Banana Bread Pudding—an easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. This recipe transforms day-old bread into a golden, custard-like treat, enriched with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a hint of warm cinnamon. A luscious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and eggs creates a rich, creamy base, while a light sprinkling of brown sugar caramelizes beautifully in the oven for a crispy, golden topping. With no nuts in sight, this wholesome comfort food makes a crowd-pleasing dessert or brunch addition that's allergy-friendly and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is the ultimate way to turn simple pantry staples into a delightful homemade indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups stale bread
• 3 large ripe bananas
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the stale bread into 1-inch cubes and place them into the greased baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 4

Add the milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the mashed bananas. Whisk the mixture until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the banana mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring all the bread is soaked.

Step 6

Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the banana mixture evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the soaked bread mixture.

Step 8

Distribute small pieces of the unsalted butter across the top of the pudding.

Step 9

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid fully.

Step 10

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.

Step 11

Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3464.5 grams (3464.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7711

Total Fat 201.10g	258%
Saturated Fat 91.10g	456%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1105mg	368%
Sodium 10579mg	460%
Total Carbohydrate 1229.00g	447%
Dietary Fiber 63.90g	228%
Total Sugars 338.60g
Protein 218.70g	437%

Vitamin D 379IU	1893%
Calcium 3546mg	273%
Iron 74mg	412%
Potassium 4734mg	101%

*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: 23.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 64.7%