Spiced Fresh Tomato Pudding Recipe

Name: Spiced Fresh Tomato Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick; divided); 6 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped (about 4 pounds); 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 5 cups cubed peasant bread or 5 cups Italian bread, with crusts; 1 egg, lightly beaten; whipped cream (optional)

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick; divided)
6 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped (about 4 pounds)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
5 cups cubed peasant bread or 5 cups Italian bread, with crusts
1 egg, lightly beaten
whipped cream (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Lightly grease an 8-inch square pan with 1 tablespoon of the butter.
3
In a large saucepan, combine tomatoes, 1 cup of the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt and remaining 3 tablespoons butter.
4
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Stir in vanilla.
6
Add bread cubes; stir until bread is well-coated.
7
In a small bowl, stir 1/2 cup hot bread mixture into egg.
8
Gradually stir egg-coated bread into remaining bread mixture.
9
Spoon into prepared baking pan.
10
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
11
Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
12
Serve warm with sweetened whipped cream, if desired.

692

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick; divided), 6 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped (about 4 pounds), 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Spiced Fresh Tomato 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!

Spiced Fresh Tomato Pudding

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Variations & substitutions

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