Name: Sticky Banana Bread Pudding Cake with Toffee Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: PT-490036H59M26S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups 1.1 GF or all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; ¼ tsp baking soda; ½ tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 8 tbsp butter; ⅓ cup granulated sugar; ⅓ cup brown sugar; 1 cup mashed bananas (approximately 2 bananas); ⅓ cup maple syrup; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 3 eggs; ¾ cup buttermilk; 8 tbsp butter; ¾ cup brown sugar (packed); ¾ cup heavy cream; 1 tsp vanilla extract

Ingredients

2 cups 1.1 GF or all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp baking soda

½ tsp kosher salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

8 tbsp butter

⅓ cup granulated sugar

⅓ cup brown sugar

1 cup mashed bananas (approximately 2 bananas)

⅓ cup maple syrup

2 tsp vanilla extract

3 eggs

¾ cup buttermilk

For the Toffee Sauce:

8 tbsp butter
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
¾ cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x9x3” or 9x11x3” deep baking dish with nonstick baking spray. Note that a larger dish will affect baking time, so check the cake with a toothpick for doneness.

Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, maple syrup, and mashed bananas, and mix until combined.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 45-55 minutes. The cake should be dense and moist; test doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center—it should come out clean and the cake should be set.

Step 6: While the cake bakes, prepare the toffee sauce. Melt butter and brown sugar in a medium pot over medium-low heat, stirring frequently for about 10 minutes until smooth and combined.

Step 7: Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract, cooking for another 5 minutes without boiling. The sauce should be silky smooth. Remove from heat and transfer to a glass container to cool.

Step 8: When the cake is done and slightly cooled, poke holes all over the top with a toothpick. Pour the cooled toffee sauce evenly over the cake and let it soak for at least 1 hour.

Step 9: Slice and serve with extra toffee sauce if desired. Enjoy this rich and moist treat!

Tips & Variations

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture in the cake.

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use a non-dairy milk alternative with a splash of lemon juice to mimic buttermilk.

Try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter for added texture.

If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar in the toffee sauce by a quarter cup.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.

FAQs

Can I use regular all-purpose flour instead of gluten-free?

Yes, all-purpose flour works perfectly in this recipe and will yield a similar texture and flavor.

How do I know when the cake is done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean and the cake should be set without jiggle. Because this cake is moist and dense, a few moist crumbs on the toothpick are normal.