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Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
This Pecan Pie Bread Pudding has been one of the most popular recipes on Something Swanky since it was published in 2012. Pecan Pie filling poured over thick pieces of bread and baked to perfection!
If you love pecan pie, you’re going to go wild for this amazing pecan pie bread pudding recipe!
I also highly recommend trying my pecan pie cobbler cake or our traditional Texas Pecan Pie. SO GOOD!
Main Ingredients Needed for Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
- thick bread
- milk
- eggs
- corn syrup
- sugar
- pecans
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Recipe Tips & Notes
✎ Stale bread works really, really well for bread pudding because it can absorb the liquids without becoming too soggy. Challah bread, French bread, or a homemade loaf of bread would also work well.
✎ At the end of the video, you’ll see me pour some maple butter cream syrup over the bread pudding. I’m not including the recipe for that, because I wasn’t overly impressed with it (I thought it tasted just like plain maple syrup, which was good,but not really worth sharing).
Originally I had thought to makethis Maple Butter Cream Sauce, and I think it would have been the better choice. So if you’re up for it, give that recipe a try! Or you could serve the bread pudding fresh and warm with some homemade whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
✎ Some of you have been making this recipe for years and may notice a small change I’m making to the recipe– which is to drizzle a little milk over the bread before doing anything else. I liked the moisture it added to the recipe. But if you’ve been happy with how the bread pudding has turned out with no milk, then feel free to continue making it the old way!
Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
This Pecan Pie Bread Pudding has been one of the most popular recipes on Something Swanky since it was published in 2012. Pecan Pie filling poured over thick pieces of bread and baked to perfection!
Ingredients
- 8 cups bite-sized bread pieces
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup pecans, halved or chopped
Instructions
- Prepare an 8x8 baking dish by spraying with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place all of the bread pieces into the baking dish.
- Drizzle the milk over the bread.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, granulated sugar, maple or vanilla extract, cinnamon, and the salt.
- Stir in the pecans. Add the bread pieces and stir to coat well. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake at 375º for 40-45 minutes until golden brown on top. Serve warm and with maple butter cream sauce if desired.
All About Pecan Pie for Thanksgiving?
Me too! Here are a few of my favorite Pecan Pie Recipes.
Pecan Pie Cobbler Cake
Pecan Pie Dip
Butterscotch Pecan Pie
You may also like this classic Barefoot Contessa pecan pie recipe or if you’re more into bread pudding, try my super popular lemon chess bread pudding!
Pecan Pie Bread Pudding FAQ
You’ve got questions, and we’ve got answers. Here are responses to some of the most frequently asked questions related to this bread pudding recipe.
What is bread pudding?
Bread pudding is a custard dessert that can be used with all sorts of breads. Try it out with our pecan pie bread pudding recipe! Bread pudding ingredients usually include some sort of filling (e.g., pecans, raisins), spices, and sometimes alcohol such as rum or bourbon. For this pecan pie bread pudding recipe, pecans, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract are used!
How do you serve bread pudding?
Bread pudding can be served hot or cold. Try serving pecan pie bread pudding for breakfast with a dollop of whipped cream on top! It’s a great way to start your day.
How do you store bread pudding?
Bread pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. It will still taste great but may dry out, which is why it’s recommended that bread pudding be eaten within four days of baking.
Can you freeze bread pudding?
Yes, bread pudding can be frozen for up to three months. Bake bread pudding according to instructions, allow it to cool completely before wrapping tightly in plastic wrap and then again in aluminum foil. Bread pudding will keep its flavor after being frozen!
Now, you can enjoy the flavors of pecan pie in a creamy, delicious, and super easy-to-make bread pudding.
Learn More About Bread Pudding
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