Bread Pudding with Mezcal Marinated Dried Fruits

Name: Bread Pudding with Mezcal Marinated Dried Fruits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried apricots, diced; 1/2 cup dried pineapple, diced; 1/2 cup golden raisins, diced; 2 cups mezcal; 1 cup water; 1 quart milk; 1 pint heavy cream; 2 cups sugar; 6 eggs; 1 teaspoon cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground canela; 1 loaf egg-based dough, like brioche or challah, diced

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dried apricots, diced
1/2 cup dried pineapple, diced
1/2 cup golden raisins, diced
2 cups mezcal
1 cup water
1 quart milk
1 pint heavy cream
2 cups sugar
6 eggs
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon ground canela
1 loaf egg-based dough, like brioche or challah, diced

1
Begin in a small saucepot, add all the dried fruits and mezcal with water and cook for 20 minutes until all the fruit has absorbed the mezcal.
2
Set aside.
3
In another small saucepot, bring the milk, heavy cream and sugar to a scald about 15 minutes.
4
Let cool.
5
In a large mixing bowl whisk in the eggs with cardamom, canela until well beaten.
6
Add the cooled milk mixture to the eggs and whisk further.
7
In a buttered baking dish, scatter the diced bread and distribute the dried fruit evenly on top of the bread.
8
Add the milk-egg mixture to the bread and fruit.
9
Bake in 325-degree oven for 25 minutes until golden brown on the outside.
10
Serve a slice of bread with a scoop of cinnamon ice cream.

754

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dried apricots, diced, 1/2 cup dried pineapple, diced, 1/2 cup golden raisins, diced, 2 cups mezcal, and more.

Yes, Bread Pudding with Mezcal Marinated Dried Fruits 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!