Blueberry and Banana Brown Betty Recipe

Name: Blueberry and Banana Brown Betty
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large egg yolks; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; Pinch of salt; 1 pint half-and-half; 1 vanilla bean, split; One 3-inch cinnamon stick; 2 cups fresh brioche crumbs; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 4 ripe bananas, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 pint blueberries

Servings: persons

5 large egg yolks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
1 pint half-and-half
1 vanilla bean, split
One 3-inch cinnamon stick
2 cups fresh brioche crumbs
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ripe bananas, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 pint blueberries

1
Preheat the oven to 325.
2
In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar and salt.
3
In a heavy saucepan, combine the half-and-half, vanilla bean and cinnamon stick and cook over moderately high heat until bubbles appear around the edges.
4
Gradually whisk the hot liquid into the yolks.
5
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 5 minutes; do not boil.
6
Spread the brioche crumbs in a baking pan and bake for about 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
7
In a medium bowl, toss the crumbs with the brown sugar, melted butter and ground cinnamon.
8
In a shallow 2-quart baking dish, combine the bananas and blueberries.
9
Strain the custard over the fruit.
10
Sprinkle the crumb topping over all.
11
Set the baking dish in a roasting pan and pour 1 inch of hot water into the pan.
12
Bake the dessert for about 20 minutes, or until it is heated through and the topping is golden.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large egg yolks, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, Pinch of salt, 1 pint half-and-half, and more.

Yes, Blueberry and Banana Brown Betty falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Blueberry and Banana Brown Betty

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