Description
Pumpkin bread pudding is a warm, comforting dessert that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin, spices, and soft bread in a luscious custard, making it perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cubed stale bread to the pumpkin mixture and gently fold to combine, ensuring all bread pieces are coated.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled with hot water to create a water bath.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: pumpkin, bread pudding, fall dessert, cozy, custard