Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipe
This comforting Pumpkin Bread Pudding is a delightful autumn treat featuring soft bread cubes soaked in a spiced pumpkin custard, baked to perfection, and topped with a warm cinnamon almond sauce with whole pecans. Perfect for cozy breakfasts or dessert, it combines seasonal flavors with a rich, creamy texture.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Bread Pudding
- 5 pieces Canyon Bakehouse Mountain White bread, cut into 1-inch squares
- ¾ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 3 Eggs
- 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- ½ cup Whole Pecans
Toppings
- ¾ cup Sugar
- ½ cup Coconut Oil
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the bread pudding.
- Prepare the Bread: Grease a 9-inch pie dish with coconut oil or butter. Cut the bread into 1-inch squares and spread evenly in the prepared dish.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy whipping cream, eggs, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly blended.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the pumpkin custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the pie dish. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Topping Sauce: While the pudding bakes, combine sugar, coconut oil, almond extract, and cinnamon in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the ingredients are melted and blended, then keep on low heat to stay warm.
- Add Pecans: About 10 minutes before the baking time is complete, sprinkle the whole pecans over the pudding and continue baking the remaining time to toast the nuts.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and immediately drizzle the warm cinnamon almond topping over the dish. Serve while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use Canyon Bakehouse Mountain White bread for a gluten-free option.
- Ensure the bread cubes are evenly coated with the custard mixture for best absorption.
- Keep the topping sauce warm on the stove to easily drizzle over the pudding when serving.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or leave nuts out for a nut-free version.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Keywords: Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Gluten Free Bread Pudding, Fall Dessert, Pumpkin Dessert, Holiday Dessert, Spiced Bread Pudding