Banana-Eggnog Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce
π Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
π₯ Servings: 12
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tropical bananas, rich eggnog, and decadent rum sauce with this exquisite dessert recipe, perfect for Christmas festivities or any weeknight treat. This Banana-Eggnog Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce combines the comforting flavors of homemade bread pudding with a touch of tropical sweetness and a hint of holiday cheer. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar, and topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bananas |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 3 1/2 | Sugar |
| 4 | Nutmeg |
| 1/4 | Light brown sugar |
| 1/4 | Dark brown sugar |
| 1 | Heavy cream |
| 1/2 | Dark corn syrup |
| 1/4 | Butter |
| 2 | Powdered sugar |
| 1/2 | Vanilla ice cream |
| Rum extract (optional) |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and grease a 13×9-inch (3-quart) baking pan, ensuring your pudding won’t stick.
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Layer half of the bread cubes in the prepared baking pan, followed by a generous arrangement of thinly sliced bananas, and then the remaining bread cubes. This ensures a delightful distribution of flavors and textures throughout the pudding.
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In a large bowl, combine the eggnog, eggs, sugar, and nutmeg, and blend well until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Pour the eggnog mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the baking pan, allowing it to soak into the bread. Let stand for 5 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the delicious eggnog goodness.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating that your pudding is perfectly cooked and ready to be enjoyed.
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While the pudding is baking, it’s time to prepare the Rum Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine all the sauce ingredients except the rum extract. This includes the light and dark brown sugars, heavy cream, dark corn syrup, and butter.
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Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and begins to thicken, infusing your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
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Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, continuing to stir constantly to ensure it reaches the perfect consistency and doesn’t stick to the pan.
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Stir in the rum extract, if using, to add a delightful hint of warmth and complexity to the sauce, elevating its flavor profile to new heights.
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Serve the warm rum sauce generously over individual servings of the freshly baked Banana-Eggnog Bread Pudding, adding an extra drizzle for those who can’t get enough of its irresistible flavor.
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For the finishing touch, dust each serving with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and elegance, and top it off with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, if desired, adding a refreshing contrast to the warm, indulgent pudding.
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Enjoy your masterpiece with friends and family, savoring each delicious bite of this decadent dessert that perfectly captures the essence of the holiday season and tropical paradise in every mouthwatering forkful.
