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Easy Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Pumpkin Bread Pudding brings cozy fall vibes to your table with its rich pumpkin and spice flavor. This easy dessert uses common ingredients and transforms stale bread into a delicious treat that kids will love. With only 15 minutes of prep, it's perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings like Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Enjoy a sweet, comforting dish without the holiday stress.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Rest Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Servings: 15
Calories: 196kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces French bread Texas Toast, or thickly sliced bread
  • 1 can pumpkin puree 15 ounces
  • 1 ½ cups Half and Half
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup white granulated sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 Pinch salt
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and spray your cake pan with the nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Place the pumpkin puree, half and half, milk, pumpkin pie spice, salt, eggs, both sugars, and vanilla in an extra large mixing bowl and mix until fully combined.
    1 can pumpkin puree, 1 ½ cups Half and Half, ½ cup whole milk, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup white granulated sugar, 5 eggs, 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 Pinch salt
  • Chop your bread into large chunks (about 1-inch by 1-inch is the size I go for, but eyeballing it is just fine).
    16 ounces French bread
  • Add the bread chunks to the bowl with the other mixed ingredients, make sure they’re nice and coated, then let them soak for about 10 minutes.
  • Gently place the mixture in your prepared pan, making sure that it’s an even layer, and bake for 40-45 minutes or until firm and not soggy.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for about 10 minutes before garnishing and serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Bread Choice: Using stale bread is ideal because it absorbs the pumpkin mixture better. French bread, Texas Toast, or any thickly sliced bread works great. Don’t use moldy bread.
  • Pumpkin Puree: Make sure you use 100% pumpkin for your puree and not pumpkin pie filling. The puree gives you control over the sweetness and spices.
  • Spices: Pumpkin pie spice blends the perfect amount of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. If you prefer, you can adjust the spice levels to suit your taste.
  • Soaking Time: Allowing the bread to soak for about 10 minutes ensures it absorbs all the flavors. Don’t skip this step!
  • Add-Ins: For extra texture and flavor, consider adding raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips. Stir them in with the bread chunks before baking.
  • Baking: Keep an eye on the baking time. The pudding should be firm and not soggy. If it jiggles too much in the center, give it a few more minutes.
  • Customizable: Feel free to get creative with your Pumpkin Bread Pudding. Add your favorite fall spices or mix-ins to make it your own.

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 2mg
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