Apple Pie Bread Pudding
Indulge in the comforting embrace of this apple pie-inspired bread pudding, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Serve it piping hot with a dollop of creamy vanilla ice cream for an unparalleled taste sensation.
Ingredients:
- 8 cups cubed bread
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp cinnamon, divided
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup sugar + 2 Tbsp
- ½ cup raisins
Sauce:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, milk, eggs, 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and ½ cup sugar.
- Stir in the diced apples and raisins, then gently fold in the bread cubes. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the bread pudding.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pudding is puffed and golden brown.
While the bread pudding bakes, prepare the caramel sauce:
- In a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the butter, heavy cream, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Pour the caramel sauce over the baked bread pudding before serving. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pro tip: For optimal texture, allow the bread cubes to dry out for a few hours before using. Alternatively, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until dry but not toasted.
This delightful dessert can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for a truly indulgent breakfast experience. Enjoy the heavenly flavors!
