Description
A cozy bread pudding infused with warm cinnamon and juicy apples, reminiscent of classic apple pie — perfect for chilly days or holiday desserts.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups day-old brioche or French bread, cubed
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Butter for greasing the baking dish
Optional glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the cubed bread and diced apples to the mixture, stirring to coat evenly. Let sit for 15 minutes to soak.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and drizzle melted butter over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- If using glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over warm bread pudding before serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor contrast.
- This dessert is delicious served warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- You can prepare the bread mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg