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Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipes That Will Warm Your Fall Evenings

Warm pumpkin bread pudding with creamy custard and golden crispy top.
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A cozy, comforting fall dessert that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with the custardy richness of classic bread pudding.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups day-old bread cubes (challah or brioche)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional Caramel Sauce:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and dry them overnight or in a 275°F oven for 15 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, pumpkin puree, eggs, both sugars, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth.
  3. Add bread cubes to the custard and gently mix. Let soak for at least 30 minutes, occasionally pressing down to absorb.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter and pour in the soaked bread mixture.
  5. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Optional Caramel Sauce: Melt sugar in a saucepan until amber. Add butter, then slowly stir in cream and salt. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

Notes

Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Can be made ahead and reheated. Try using bourbon whipped cream or toasted pecans for extra flair.

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Keywords: pumpkin bread pudding, fall dessert, thanksgiving dessert, custard bread pudding

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