Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Cinnamon Sauce Recipe
Overview:
This delightful Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Cinnamon Sauce recipe is a perfect addition to your dessert repertoire, especially during the winter holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving. With a total preparation time of just 1 hour and 45 minutes, including 55 minutes of baking time, this cozy dish can be whipped up in a snap for those weeknight indulgences or special occasions. 🎃❄️🍞
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 616.3
- Fat Content: 28.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 229.8mg
- Sodium Content: 650.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 76.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 27.3g
- Protein Content: 13.7g
- Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 can | Pumpkin |
| 1 cup | Half-and-Half |
| 1 cup | Brown Sugar |
| 2/3 tsp | Ground Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1/4 cup | Sugar |
| 5 tsp | Cornstarch |
| 4 tbsp | Butter |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground Cinnamon (for sauce) |
| 1/2 tsp | Vanilla Extract (for sauce) |
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter.
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Mixing the Pudding: In a large bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin, half-and-half, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined.
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Adding Bread: Add the cubed bread to the pumpkin mixture and stir until all the bread cubes are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Baking: After chilling, pour the bread pudding mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the pudding is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Making the Cinnamon Sauce: While the pudding is baking, prepare the cinnamon sauce. In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks and set aside. In a saucepan, combine the milk, whipping cream, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is slightly thickened and bubbly.
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Tempering Eggs: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Gradually stir about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the beaten egg yolks. This helps to temper the eggs and prevent them from curdling.
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Finalizing Sauce: Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over medium heat until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Flavoring the Sauce: Stir in the butter, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth and fragrant.
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Serving: Once the bread pudding is baked and the sauce is ready, serve the warm bread pudding with the warm cinnamon sauce drizzled over the top.
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Enjoy: Gather your loved ones around and savor the cozy flavors of this pumpkin bread pudding with cinnamon sauce, perfect for warming both hearts and bellies during the chilly winter months! 🥧✨
Whether it’s a festive holiday gathering or a simple weeknight treat, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your household. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and let the comforting aroma of pumpkin and cinnamon fill your kitchen with joy!
