Description
Comfort meets indulgence in this apple pie bread pudding delight, where classic dessert flavors mingle in a single, irresistible dish. Warm spices and tender apples nestled in custardy bread create a nostalgic experience that beckons you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups day-old bread (brioche, challah, or French)
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) whole milk
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Sweeteners:
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by generously coating with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Transform bread into rustic cubes, ensuring uniform bite-sized pieces that will absorb the creamy custard effectively.
- Gently tumble apple chunks with aromatic cinnamon and granulated sweetener, creating a fragrant coating that will distribute flavor throughout the dessert.
- Craft a luxurious custard base by whisking eggs, sugars, vanilla extract, whole milk, heavy cream, warm spices, and a pinch of salt until the mixture achieves a silky, harmonious consistency.
- Lovingly arrange bread cubes in the prepared dish, then cascade apple mixture across the surface, creating an even landscape of texture.
- Tenderly pour the custard over the bread and apples, allowing each cube to luxuriate and soak up the rich liquid for approximately 25-30 minutes at room temperature.
- Position the dish in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven, allowing the pudding to transform into a golden, puffy delight with a crisp exterior and creamy interior.
- After 45-50 minutes, when the top turns a beautiful amber hue and the center feels set, remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and settle.
Notes
- Bread Selection Matters: Use day-old or slightly stale bread like brioche or challah for the best texture and absorption of custard.
- Apple Variety Tip: Choose firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp that hold their shape and provide a nice tartness.
- Dairy-Free Adaptation: Swap milk and cream with coconut milk or almond milk for a lactose-free version that maintains creamy richness.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the pudding the night before and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld and making morning preparation a breeze.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg