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Best-Ever Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

A delightful dessert blending the warm, gooey goodness of pecan pie with comforting bread pudding, perfect for a family favorite treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 4 cups bread, cubed Use stale or day-old bread for best results.
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Whisk until well mixed and creamy.
  3. Add the cubed bread to the mixture, letting it soak for about 15 minutes.
  4. Gently stir in the chopped pecans and the maple syrup until everything is coated evenly.
Baking
  1. Pour your mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or ice cream. Consider topping with fresh berries or drizzling with warm caramel sauce for extra indulgence.