Apple Pie Bread Pudding with rich vanilla custard
This Apple Pie Bread Pudding combines tender apples and warm spices soaked into soft bread, topped with a rich vanilla custard for a comforting dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for custard)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the bread cubes with sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, heavy cream, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread and apple mixture, gently pressing down to soak all pieces thoroughly.
- Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to absorb the custard.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for an extra indulgent treat.