Hot Cross Bun Banoffee Pudding (Easy Easter Dessert Recipe)

Got leftover hot cross buns? Don’t let them go to waste—turn them into this rich and creamy hot cross bun banoffee pudding instead!

This easy Easter dessert is layered with soft, spiced buns, sweet banana, luscious caramel and fluffy cream. It’s the kind of no-fuss treat that looks impressive but takes hardly any effort (our favourite kind!).

Perfect for Easter gatherings, school holidays, or when you just want something a little bit indulgent.

Why You’ll Love This Hot Cross Bun Dessert

• A delicious way to use up leftover hot cross buns
• Rich, creamy and full of comforting flavours
• No complicated steps—just layer and enjoy
• Perfect for feeding a crowd over Easter
• Kid-friendly and easy to customise

If you have never had a ‘Banoffee’ Flavoured dessert before, it is a mixture of banana and caramel – and it is a match made in heaven.

Of course, if you have something against bananas, you can leave them out.

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Hot Cross Bun Banoffee Pudding

Recipe by Stay at Home Mum

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Course: DessertCuisine: AustralianDifficulty: Medium

Sweet and nostalgic, this hot-cross bun banoffee pudding turns leftover buns into a caramel-banana delight. Rich, gooey, and full of festive charm, it’s an ingenious twist on banoffee where old just meets indulgent new.

Servings

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16

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

3

hours 

35

minutes

Calories

350

kcal

Total time

50

minutes

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Ingredients

• Banoffee Layer

• 1.5 cups Milk

• 1 cup Brown sugar

• 2 Egg yolks

• 2 tbsp Cornflour

• 1 tbsp Butter, unsalted

• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

• 3 ripe Bananas

• Bread and Butter Pudding Layer

• 16 Assorted Hot Cross Buns

• 2 Egg yolks

• 2 tsp Cornflour

• 1 cup Milk

• 1 tbsp White sugar

• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Directions

• In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and brown sugar together.  Stir constantly until all of the brown sugar is dissolved into the milk.
• Remove from the heat and add the egg yolk, cornflour, butter and vanilla extract.
• Whisk over medium heat until the caramel thickens.  Don’t stop whisking or the caramel will stick to the bottom of the saucepan.
• Increase the heat so that large bubbles start to appear when you mix slowly, almost boiling.  Then stir until the caramel mixture is thick like custard.
• Remove from the heat and allow to stand for 10 minutes before using.
• In a glass jug, whisk together the two egg yolks, the cornflour and the white sugar until well combined.
• Place a medium sized saucepan on low heat.  Pour in the milk and the vanilla extract and heat the mixture until warm (not hot!).
• Remove the milk mixture from the heat and stir in the egg mixture.  Whisk well to combine.
• Place the combined mixture back onto the heat and whisk constantly until boiling.  Remove from the heat.
• Whisk until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
• Preheat the oven to 160 degrees.
• Place the chopped banana pieces on the bottom of a deep dished baking tray in a single layer.
• Pour over the Banoffee Caramel.
• Place the Hot Cross Buns in rows covering the entire baking tray.
• Pour over the hot custard mixture.
• Bake the pudding for 35 minutes or until the tops of the Hot Cross Buns are glazed and golden.
• Either serve the pudding piping hot straight from the oven with Vanilla Ice Cream – or refrigerate and allow the layers to really set together and serve cold with a hot cup of coffee.

Equipment

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Tips for the Best Banoffee Pudding

• Slightly stale buns soak up the flavours better than fresh ones
• Don’t skimp on the caramel—it’s what makes it extra indulgent
• Chill before serving for a firmer, more delicious texture
• Add a sprinkle of chocolate or biscuit crumbs for a bit of crunch

Easy Variations to Try

• Chocolate Twist: Add choc chips or melted chocolate between layers
• Berry Swap: Replace banana with strawberries or mixed berries
• Extra Decadent: Add a drizzle of extra caramel on top before serving
• Adults Only: A splash of Baileys or rum takes this to the next level

FAQs About Hot Cross Bun Banoffee Pudding

Can I use fresh hot cross buns?
You can, but slightly stale buns work better as they absorb more flavour.

How long does this pudding last?
Store in the fridge and enjoy within 2–3 days.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! It actually tastes better after chilling for a few hours.

What else can I do with leftover hot cross buns?
Try French toast, bread and butter pudding, or trifle-style desserts like this one.

Treats to Try

If you’re in full Easter mode (or just trying to keep the kids busy over the holidays), here are a few more ideas you’ll love:

• Keep little hands busy with these free Easter activities for kids in Australia
• Survive the chaos by knowing the dates and planning ahead for the school holidays
• Turn leftovers into something amazing with this hot cross bun banoffee pudding
• Make something cute and fluffy with these marshmallow Easter bunnies
• Try a super simple treat with 3-ingredient peanut butter Easter eggs

Plenty of easy, budget-friendly ideas to keep everyone happy (and well-fed!) this Easter.

What’s Your Favourite Way to Use Hot Cross Buns?

This dessert is such a winner, but there are so many ways to reinvent hot cross buns during Easter.

Do you go for classic recipes, or do you like to try something a bit different like this one? Tell us in the comments—we’re always looking for new ideas to try!

Clare Whitfield Chief Editor

Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work.

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