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Decadent Brown Butter Banana Pudding Recipe with Salted Caramel Crunch

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A rich and indulgent banana pudding featuring nutty brown butter and a crunchy salted caramel topping, perfect for an easy yet fancy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml), chilled
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (50 g)
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (25 g) or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus extra for caramel crunch
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g) for caramel
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup (optional)
  • 1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans or walnuts (60 g)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and nutty aroma appears (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Make the pudding base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 4 egg yolks until smooth and pale (about 2 minutes).
  3. Heat the milk: Warm 2 cups whole milk in the same saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling (about 5 minutes). Slowly whisk about 1/2 cup hot milk into the egg mixture to temper the eggs, then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk.
  4. Cook the pudding: Stir constantly over medium heat until thickened and coats the back of a spoon (7-10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in browned butter and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
  5. Prepare salted caramel crunch: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons light corn syrup (optional). Cook over medium heat, swirling occasionally until sugar melts and turns amber (about 8 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in toasted nuts and a pinch of sea salt. Pour onto parchment paper and let cool completely. Break into small pieces once hardened.
  6. Whip the cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer or hand whisk (3-4 minutes). Gently fold whipped cream and mashed bananas into cooled pudding base until combined.
  7. Assemble: Spoon pudding into serving dishes or glasses. Sprinkle salted caramel crunch generously on top.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set and meld flavors.

Notes

Be patient when browning butter to avoid burning. Temper eggs slowly with hot milk to prevent scrambling. Use gentle folding to keep whipped cream airy. Chill pudding well for best texture and flavor. Add caramel crunch just before serving to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: banana pudding, brown butter, salted caramel, dessert, easy pudding, caramel crunch, quick dessert, crowd-pleaser

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