Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
This Pecan Pie Bread Pudding combines the comforting texture of bread pudding with the rich, sweet essence of pecan pie, making it a delicious dessert that's sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread, cubed Use stale bread for the best texture.
- 1 cup pecans, chopped Toast in a dry skillet for added flavor.
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and chopped pecans.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, melted butter, corn syrup, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and pecans. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
Baking
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden and a knife comes out clean.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.