Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Banana Foster Pudding – A Warm Hug in Dessert Form

Some desserts are fancy. Some are fussy. And then there are the ones that just feel like home. This Slow Cooker Banana Foster Pudding is exactly that.

The smell alone—ripe bananas melting into buttery brown sugar with cinnamon—will have you hovering over the slow cooker like a kid waiting for grandma’s pies to cool. The fact that it takes only five ingredients and about five minutes of prep? Well, that’s just the cherry on top… or in this case, maybe the scoop of vanilla ice cream.

It’s a nostalgic nod to old-fashioned comfort desserts but with a slow cooker twist that makes it practically foolproof. Perfect for Sunday afternoons, cozy nights in, or any time you want something sweet without babysitting the oven.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Minimal effort, maximum flavor – Toss everything in the slow cooker and let the magic happen.

• Budget-friendly – Uses inexpensive pantry staples.

• Perfect for gatherings – Serve warm and watch it disappear.

• Customizable – Add nuts, raisins, or a splash of rum for a fun twist.

What It Tastes Like

Imagine warm, caramelized bananas in a silky cinnamon-brown sugar sauce—soft enough to melt in your mouth, rich enough to make you close your eyes with the first bite. The butter adds a luxurious creaminess, while the vanilla gives it that homemade depth of flavor.

Benefits of This Recipe

• No oven needed.

• Ready in 2–3 hours with minimal hands-on time.

• Versatile for serving—over ice cream, waffles, or pound cake.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 4 ripe bananas, sliced

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Tools You’ll Need

• Slow cooker

• Large mixing bowl

• Wooden spoon or spatula

Possible Additions & Substitutions

• Dark rum or banana liqueur – For a true Bananas Foster flair.

• Coconut oil – Dairy-free alternative to butter.

• Chopped pecans or walnuts – Adds a pleasant crunch.

• Raisins – For extra sweetness and texture.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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