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Caramel Bread Pudding

Indulgent Caramel Bread Pudding to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Enjoy a delightful Caramel Bread Pudding with a custardy texture and rich flavors that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding Base
  • 8 ounces Challah/Brioche/French Bread Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess and enhance texture.
  • 4 Large Eggs Essential for forming the custard.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Adds creaminess; substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Increases richness.
For Sweetening
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the custard mix.
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Deepens the caramel flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds depth.
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Introduces warm spice notes.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Offers aromatic complexity.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Caramel Element
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce The star flavor.
For Texture and Finish
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Adds crunch; optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Greases the baking dish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • roasting pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Cut your day-old challah or brioche into bite-sized cubes and toast them for 10-15 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the large eggs. Add whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Fold the toasted bread into the egg mixture ensuring saturation. Soak for 30 minutes to one hour.
  4. Gently incorporate caramel sauce and any chopped nuts into the mixture.
  5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Transfer the pudding mixture into your prepared baking dish.
  7. Place the baking dish in a larger roasting pan and fill the outer pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the pudding dish.
  8. Bake for 45-60 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center jiggles slightly.
  9. Remove from water bath and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Slice and serve with additional caramel sauce or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For optimal texture, use day-old bread and ensure it is adequately dried out before soaking. Allow pudding to cool before serving for easier slicing.

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