✨ Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Pecans Recipe ✨
🕰️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
🕰️ Cooking Time: 45 minutes
🕰️ Total Time: 1 hour
👩🍳 Description: Elevate your dessert game with this delightful twist on the classic pumpkin pie. Perfect for holidays or a cozy night in, this Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Pecans combines the warmth of pumpkin with the crunch of pecans, creating a flavorful treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
🍮 Recipe Category: Dessert
🔍 Keywords: Quick, Easy, Oven
📜 Ingredients:
- 1 baguette, diced
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 2 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 5 eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp crystallized ginger
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp allspice
📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 302.2
- Fat: 15.6g
- Saturated Fat: 5.1g
- Cholesterol: 106.8mg
- Sodium: 283.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.2g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 9.7g
- Protein: 8.4g
👥 Recipe Servings: 12
📝 Instructions:
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Prepare the Pan: Line a 10-inch springform pan with foil. Place diced baguette and toasted pecans in the foil-lined pan, mix well, and set aside.
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Create the Pumpkin Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine half-and-half, pumpkin puree, and 3/4 cup sugar. Add brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ground and crystallized ginger, nutmeg, and allspice. Pour this flavorful mixture over the diced bread and pecans, ensuring an even distribution.
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Let it Set: Allow the mixture to stand for approximately 20 minutes, giving the bread time to absorb the pumpkin goodness. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Final Mix: Before placing the pan in the oven, give the mixture a gentle stir, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
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Baking Magic: Bake the pumpkin bread pudding for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating its perfect doneness.
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Serve with Style: To serve, slice the pudding into individual servings. Sprinkle each portion with about 2 teaspoons of sugar, creating a delightful caramelized topping.
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Caramelization: For an extra touch, use a propane torch to caramelize the sugar on top. If a torch isn’t available, fear not! The pudding is equally delightful served warm with a dollop of softly whipped cream.
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Pecans, a dessert that marries the comforting essence of pumpkin with the satisfying crunch of pecans. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite. Enjoy the warmth and sweetness in every delightful bite! 🎃🍞🥧✨
