Ingredients
1 loaf (approx. 1 lb) sturdy bread (like challah or brioche), cubed
3 large ripe bananas (overripe preferred)
1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter
4 large lightly beaten eggs
3 cups whole milk (or unsweetened almond/oat milk)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: toasted hazelnuts, banana slices, caramel sauce
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
Cube the bread and arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish
In a bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt
Blend melted butter into the sugar-spice mixture until smooth
Mash bananas and stir into the mixture
Whisk in eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until combined
Pour custard over the bread, ensuring even saturation
Let sit 15 minutes for bread to absorb liquid
Sprinkle optional toppings like toasted nuts or banana slices on top
Bake 60 minutes, until golden and set
Cool slightly before slicing and serving warm
Notes
Day-old bread ensures最佳 texture. Gluten-free bread is suitable. Replace granulated sugar with brown sugar for caramel depth. Use almond milk for a dairy-free version. Churn custard before pouring for a smoother consistency. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg