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Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Cozy Pumpkin Bread Pudding to Warm Your Autumn Evenings

Indulge in this warm and comforting Pumpkin Bread Pudding, a perfect dessert for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 5 cups Cubed Bread Day-old brioche, challah, or French bread are ideal.
  • 1.5 cups Milk Whole milk or half-and-half preferred.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Avoid pie filling.
  • 0.75 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness.
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar For sweetness.
  • 3 large Eggs For binding the pudding.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon For autumn flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For greasing and drizzling.
For Optional Toppings
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Pecans/Walnuts Optional.
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream For sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar For sweetness in sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. Cut your chosen bread into 1-inch cubes and layer them evenly in the baking dish.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, pumpkin purée, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently press down to ensure they are well-soaked. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle chopped nuts on top and drizzle with remaining melted butter.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden. The center should jiggle slightly.
  7. While the pudding bakes, prepare the cream sauce by combining heavy cream, brown sugar, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract.
  8. Let the pudding cool for about 10 minutes, then serve drizzled with warm cream sauce or dusted with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use stale bread for the best texture and ensure proper soaking time for optimal results.

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