Bread Pudding - Prickly Pear's Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Bread Pudding - Prickly Pear's Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 T butter (for casserole dish); 1 loaf white bread (fresh homemade is BEST!! and worth the effort); 1 banana; 4 large eggs; 3-1/2 cups (825 ml) milk; 1/2 cup (125 ml) heavy, whipping-style cream; 1-1/3 cups (325 ml) sugar; 2 tbsp (30 ml) vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) cinnamon; 1/2 c walnuts, FINELY chopped; 1 stick BUTTER; 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar; 2 tbsp (30 ml) cognac; 1/4 cup (60 ml) water; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) freshly grated nutmeg; 1 egg; 3/4 cup (175 ml) heavy, whipping-style cream

Servings: persons

3 T butter (for casserole dish)
1 loaf white bread (fresh homemade is BEST!! and worth the effort)
1 banana
4 large eggs
3-1/2 cups (825 ml) milk
1/2 cup (125 ml) heavy, whipping-style cream
1-1/3 cups (325 ml) sugar
2 tbsp (30 ml) vanilla extract
1/4 tsp (1 ml) cinnamon
1/2 c walnuts, FINELY chopped
1 stick BUTTER
1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
2 tbsp (30 ml) cognac
1/4 cup (60 ml) water
1/4 tsp (1 ml) freshly grated nutmeg
1 egg
3/4 cup (175 ml) heavy, whipping-style cream

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["Butter casserole with 3 tbsp (45 ml) butter.", "Cut bread into to 1/2"" cubes and place in buttered casserole.", "In blender, puree banana, eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract and cinnamon.", "Pour liquid over bread cubes and let stand 1 HOUR, pressing down now and then with a spatula to make sure bread cubes are thoroughly wet.", "Just prior to baking sprinkle walnuts over top and press into pudding well with the spatula.", "Bake at 375 degrees (200 C.) until top is puffed and lightly golden--about 1 hour (Pudding will puff up--may have cracks--and will decrease in size as it cools; THIS IS EXPECTED).", "Drizzle Cognac Sauce (recipe below) over top and serve warm.", "In large (2-qt capacity) bowl melt the butter.", "Whisk in sugar, cognac, water and nutmeg.", "Cook in microwave on medium high, stirring well after each minute, until the mixture is well blended and has come to a boil.", "Whisk an egg until frothy; then vigorously whisk into the cognac mixture.", "Return sauce to microwave and cook on high until thickened--stirring every 30 seconds.", "After sauce has cooled to room temperature, whisk in the heavy cream.", "Store left over sauce and pudding in the refrigerator--warm in microwave with the sauce on the pudding to serve after it's cold."]

1656

kcal

Calories

145

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 T butter (for casserole dish), 1 loaf white bread (fresh homemade is BEST!! and worth the effort), 1 banana, 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Bread Pudding - Prickly Pear's Bread Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bread Pudding - Prickly Pear's Bread Pudding

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