BOURBON BANANA PUDDING WITH GLAZED PECANS

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Bourbon Banana Pudding with Glazed Pecans image

Provided by Andrea Albin

Categories     Bourbon     Mixer     Dessert     Bake     Mardi Gras     Kentucky Derby     Banana     Pecan     Chill     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

For pudding and candied pecans:
3 large egg yolks
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoon packed light brown sugar, divided
3 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups whole milk
5 teaspoons bourbon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoon mild honey
1 1/2 teaspoon water
3/4 cup pecan halves
For spongecake and syrup:
3 large eggs
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoon sifted cake flour (not self-rising; sift before measuring)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup water
For assembly:
3 ripe medium bananas
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Equipment: a 9-inch square cake pan

Steps:

  • Make pudding and glaze pecans:
  • Lightly beat yolks in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk together 3/4 cup brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a small heavy saucepan. Slowly whisk in milk, then boil over medium heat, whisking constantly, until pudding is thick, about 3 minutes. Gradually add hot pudding to yolks, whisking constantly, then whisk in bourbon and vanilla.
  • Cover surface with wax paper and chill until cold, about 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
  • Warm remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar with honey and water in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Stir in pecans, tossing to coat, then transfer to a lightly oiled 4-sided sheet pan.
  • Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and shiny, about 15 minutes. Transfer pecans with a metal spatula to a rack to cool. Coarsely chop, reserving 4 halves for garnish.
  • Make spongecake and syrup:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle. Butter and flour cake pan. Warm eggs (in shell) in hot water 5 minutes.
  • Whisk together flour and salt.
  • Beat eggs, 1/3 cup sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer at high speed until tripled in volume and thick enough to form a wide flat ribbon that holds its shape on top of batter when beater is lifted, 7 to 8 minutes in a stand mixer or 14 to 16 with a handheld.
  • Transfer to a wide bowl. Sift flour mixture, one third at a time, over batter, folding gently but thoroughly with a rubber spatula after each addition. Stir together butter and about 1/4 cup batter in a small bowl until combined, then fold butter mixture into batter gently but thoroughly.
  • Pour batter into cake pan and smooth top. Bake until golden brown and edges start to pull away from sides of pan, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring bourbon, water, and remaining tablespoon sugar to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer cake in pan to a rack, then run a thin knife between cake and side of pan and cool 5 minutes. Invert cake onto rack.
  • Assemble dessert:
  • Cut off one third of cake, reserving for another use. Brush remaining cake with half of bourbon syrup. Carefully turn cake right side up and brush with remaining syrup. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut cake into 1 1/2-inch squares. Thinly slice bananas.
  • In 4 bowls or 10-oz glasses make 2 layers each of pudding, bananas, cake (use all of it), and chopped pecans, then top with a third layer of pudding, bananas, and chopped pecans.
  • Chill, loosely covered, 1 hour. Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes before serving.
  • Whip cream with sugar until it holds soft peaks, then dollop on top of each dessert. Garnish with reserved pecan halves.

Elton Brown
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This pudding is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Brit Gomez
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I'm glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up ripe bananas.


Florence Teta Kollie
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This recipe is not suitable for people with allergies. It contains nuts and dairy.


Lizon Eu
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This pudding is too expensive to make. I'm not going to buy all those ingredients.


Asghar Balouch
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I'm not sure why this recipe has so many good reviews. It's not that great.


Jabedur rahman
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This pudding is okay, but I've had better.


Imrankhokhar Imrankhokhar
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's not very good.


RazaulMustafa Qadri
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This pudding is a waste of time. It's not worth the effort.


Rimi Sangma
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This recipe is too complicated. I'm not going to try it.


Kim Early
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pudding turned out runny. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Czhang Zhang
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This pudding is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


CORLY Holman
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I'm not a big fan of bananas, but this pudding was surprisingly good. The bourbon flavor really shines through.


James Forsythe
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This pudding looks amazing. I'm going to make it for my next dinner party.


Wajidali Mabro
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Muneeb Cmc
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Yum!


Sha Our
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


The betterbutter
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I made this pudding for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best banana pudding he's ever had.


Jesse Luque
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This pudding is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of bananas and bourbon. It's the perfect dessert for a summer party.


Tiffany Serrano
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up ripe bananas and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


infinate gaming
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This bourbon banana pudding is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The bananas add a creamy texture and sweetness, while the bourbon adds a rich flavor. The glazed pecans on top are the perfect finishing touch.