Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipe. This comforting dessert features a luscious custard made with pumpkin puree and aromatic spices, all soaked into soft cubes of challah or brioche bread. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, each bite offers a sweet reminder of autumn’s best flavors. Serve it warm with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent treat that will impress your guests and become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread (cubed, about 6 cups)
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, heavy cream, milk, eggs, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and spices until smooth.
- Add cubed bread to the baking dish and pour the custard mixture over it. Press down gently to ensure even soaking.
- Let the mixture rest for 15-20 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center when shaken.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg