Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
This Pecan Pie Bread Pudding blends gooey custard-soaked bread with the rich flavor of pecan pie. Baked golden with a nutty caramel topping, it’s a warm southern dessert dream come true.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 cups cubed day-old bread (brioche or French bread)
4 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 cup pecans (halved or chopped)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Place cubed bread evenly into the dish.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, melted butter, caramel sauce, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
Pour custard mixture evenly over bread cubes, pressing down gently so all bread soaks. Let rest for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle pecans on top. Bake 45–50 minutes, until golden brown and set but still soft in the center.
Cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for best custard absorption.
Toast pecans before adding for a richer flavor.
Best served warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or chocolate drizzle.
Store leftovers in the fridge; reheat gently before serving.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/pecan-pie-bread-pudding/
