Pumpkin Bread Pudding: A Cozy Delight
Indulge in the comforting embrace of pumpkin bread pudding, where the rich flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg mingle with custardy bread for a heartwarming dessert. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday celebrations, bringing back fond memories with every delicious bite. Whether served warm with whipped cream or chilled for later enjoyment, this pumpkin bread pudding is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk or cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ 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 eggs, pumpkin puree, milk or cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in the cubed stale bread until well coated and let it sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 120g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg