Pinto Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples and Cheese

Name: Pinto Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water; 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 5 slices of homemade-style white bread, toasted and the crust discarded; 5 slices of homemade-style raisin bread, toasted and the crusts discarded; 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 pound Longhorn (Colby) or mild Cheddar, grated; 2 Granny Smith apples; 1 cup apple jelly, melted; vanilla ice cream as an accompaniment

Servings: persons

1
In a saucepan simmer the water with the brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved and stir in the cinnamon.
2
Spread the 10 bread slices on one side with the butter and halve each slice diagonally.
3
Arrange half the white bread and half the raisin bread, buttered sides down, decoratively in a buttered 13-by 9-inch baking dish and sprinkle half of the Longhorn over the bread.
4
Peel the apples, grate them coarse, and sprinkle them over the cheese.
5
Top the apples with the remaining cheese and arrange the remaining bread, buttered sides down, decoratively on top, trimming the bread as necessary to fit in one layer.
6
Pour the brown sugar syrup evenly over the bread pudding, pressing down on the top slightly with a spatula, and let the pudding stand, covered, for 1 hour.
7
Preheat the oven to 350F.
8
Bake the pudding in the middle of the oven for 30 minutes, spread the jelly over the top, and let the pudding stand for 5 minutes.
9
Serve the bread pudding warm with the ice cream.

701

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* 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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups water, 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 5 slices of homemade-style white bread, toasted and the crust discarded, and more.

Yes, Pinto Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples and Cheese 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!