Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Pumpkin Bread Pudding, a holiday masterpiece adapted from Chef Bradley Ogden's recipe (Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas Review-Journal). This elegant dessert, perfect for Christmas or any special occasion, boasts a creamy pumpkin custard infused with warming spices and tender bread. Prepare it a day ahead for effortless entertaining – simply reheat and top with eggnog ice cream (or your favorite!) before serving. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 374.4 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Bread Pudding

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How to Make Pumpkin Bread Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Butter the sides and bottom of 8 (8-ounce) ramekins or soufflé dishes (approximately 2 inches high and 5 inches in diameter).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, half-and-half, sugars, vanilla extract, and spices until well combined.
  4. Pour the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a separate bowl to remove any lumps. Set aside.
  5. Remove the crusts from 8 slices of bread. Cut each slice into a 3-inch square (1/2 inch thick).
  6. Cut the remaining bread into 3/4-inch cubes.
  7. Place one 3-inch bread square in the bottom of each ramekin.
  8. Top each square with 1/2 cup of the cubed bread.
  9. Pour 6 ounces of the custard mixture over the bread in each ramekin.
  10. Let the ramekins sit for 30 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard. Then, top off with a little more custard.
  11. Place the ramekins in a shallow baking pan. Carefully pour enough hot water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins (this creates a bain-marie for even baking).
  12. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the pudding is set and lightly golden brown.
  13. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
  14. To serve, carefully unmold the ramekins and place on plates, top-side up. Serve warm, topped with eggnog ice cream or your favorite ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

51g

Carbs

15g