Warm, comforting, and rich with nostalgic flavour, this Butterscotch Banana Bread Pudding is a cozy dessert built around soft custard and gentle sweetness. The Butterscotch Stevia Syrup is fully blended into the custard base, allowing its caramel-like notes to infuse evenly throughout the dish as it bakes.
This is a spoonable, oven-baked dessert where flavour develops slowly and naturally — perfect for cooler evenings or when you want something indulgent yet thoughtfully made.
Approximate Time
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Bake time: 35–40 minutes
- Rest time: 10 minutes
- Total time: ~1 hour 5 minutes
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Naturally sweetened with zero refined sugar
- Soft, custardy texture with warm butterscotch notes
- Comforting and filling without heaviness
- Perfect for sharing
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 4 cups day-old bread, cubed (brioche, challah, or whole wheat)
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 2½ cups milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
- 3 large eggs
- 3 tbsp Butterscotch Stevia Syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans mixed into the bread
Instructions
- Preheat & prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish. - Build the base
Spread the bread cubes evenly in the dish. Add nuts if using. - Mix the custard
In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, mashed banana, Butterscotch Stevia Syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until fully smooth. - Combine
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Gently press down so all pieces absorb the liquid. - Bake
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the centre is set and the top is lightly golden. - Rest & serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Spoon into bowls and enjoy warm.
Flavour & Texture Notes
Soft bread absorbs the butterscotch-infused custard, while banana adds natural body and warmth. The sweetness is balanced and cohesive, with no concentrated pockets or surface sweetness.
Tips & Variations
- Swap banana for unsweetened applesauce
- Use cinnamon-raisin bread for extra depth
- Serve with yogurt or lightly whipped cream if desired
Final Thought
Desserts like this remind us that sweetness is most satisfying when it’s woven into the recipe itself. This Butterscotch Banana Bread Pudding is warm, balanced, and comforting — a simple dessert where every spoonful tells the same delicious story.