Caramel Apple Breakfast Pudding ๐๐ฅ
Overview:
Indulge in the warm, comforting embrace of our Caramel Apple Breakfast Pudding, a delightful morning treat that’s perfect for any occasion! ๐ Whether you’re hosting a festive holiday brunch or simply craving a cozy breakfast, this recipe will surely satisfy your cravings. Passed down from generation to generation, this dish holds the sweet nostalgia of family gatherings and cherished moments around the breakfast table. ๐ฅฐ
- Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories per Serving: 321.6
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Ingredients:
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 1/4 cup pecan pieces
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 8-10 slices of bread
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Apples:
- In a saucepan, combine the Granny Smith apples and water.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the apples are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Drain the apples and transfer them to a small bowl.
- Stir in the ground cinnamon, ensuring the apples are evenly coated. Set aside.
2. Create the Caramel Base:
- Using the same saucepan, melt together the brown sugar, light corn syrup, butter, and margarine.
- Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
3. Assemble the Pudding:
- Pour the caramel mixture into an ungreased 2-quart square baking dish, ensuring it spreads evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the pecan pieces evenly over the caramel layer.
4. Prepare the Bread and Egg Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
5. Layering:
- Arrange half of the bread slices on top of the caramel layer, trimming the bread to fit if necessary.
- Spoon the prepared apple mixture evenly over the bread slices.
- Layer the remaining bread slices on top of the apples, creating a sandwich-like structure.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring that all the bread is moistened. Gently press down to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
6. Refrigerate:
- Cover the baking dish and refrigerate the pudding for a minimum of 3 hours, or ideally overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the bread to soak up the delicious caramel-infused custard.
7. Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 325ยฐF (165ยฐC).
- Uncover the pudding and bake it in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
8. Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
- Carefully invert the pudding onto a serving platter, ensuring any remaining caramel mixture in the dish is spooned over the top of the pudding for extra indulgence.
- Slice the pudding into generous portions and serve warm, savoring every spoonful of its rich, caramelized goodness.
Enjoy Your Caramel Apple Breakfast Pudding! ๐ฝ๏ธ
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet caramel, tart apples, and warm spices with each delightful bite of our Caramel Apple Breakfast Pudding. Whether enjoyed as a decadent breakfast treat or a comforting dessert, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home. Share the love and warmth of this delicious dish with family and friends, creating cherished memories around the breakfast table for years to come. Bon appรฉtit! ๐ฅ๐
