Description
Pumpkin Bread Pudding is the ultimate fall dessert warm, custardy bread infused with pumpkin purée, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Baked until golden and slightly crisp on top, it’s the perfect comfort food for holidays, family gatherings, or cozy evenings by the fire.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed day old bread (brioche, challah, or French bread)
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin purée
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Whisk together pumpkin purée, milk, cream, eggs, sugars, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
- Add cubed bread to the custard mixture and toss gently. Let soak for 10 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until the custard is set and the top is golden.
- Cool slightly before serving with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or ice cream.
Notes
- Use stale or day-old bread for best results.
- Add bourbon or rum for a festive holiday twist.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for longer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American