Description
Pumpkin Praline Bread Pudding is the ultimate fall dessert that combines fluffy bread soaked in a creamy pumpkin custard with a crunchy praline topping. This comforting dish fills your home with the warm aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for gatherings or cozy nights. Each bite offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making it a crowd favorite for Thanksgiving or any chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale French bread or brioche (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an oven-safe baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, heavy cream, eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, gently folding to coat all pieces.
- In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans with brown sugar and melted butter for the praline topping.
- Transfer the bread mixture to the greased baking dish and sprinkle praline topping on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg