Apple Pie Bread Pudding
Craving comfort food? This Apple Pie Bread Pudding combines the flavors of apple pie and bread pudding in one irresistible dessert! Warm, gooey, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples, this is a must-try!
This Apple Pie Bread Pudding is the coziest fall dessert for two! Anything served with a scoop of ice cream on top will be heavenly! It’s good for dessert, or even for Christmas morning breakfast!
Here’s a delicious recipe article for Apple Pie Bread Pudding that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with the custardy goodness of bread pudding. Perfect for fall gatherings, holidays, or any time you crave a warm, sweet treat, this recipe brings together the best of both desserts into one fantastic dish.
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The Perfect Fall Dessert: Apple Pie Bread Pudding
When the weather starts to cool and the leaves begin to change, there’s nothing quite like the warm, spiced aroma of apples and cinnamon filling your kitchen. Apple Pie Bread Pudding combines the cozy flavors of apple pie with the creamy texture of bread pudding, making it an ideal dessert for fall gatherings, holidays, or just a comforting treat after dinner.
The magic of this recipe lies in its contrasting textures and flavors. Tart Granny Smith apples provide a delicious bite, while the soft, custard-soaked bread melts in your mouth with every forkful. As the bread absorbs the rich custard mixture, it takes on a pudding-like consistency that perfectly balances the sweetness of brown sugar with the warmth of cinnamon and vanilla. Each bite is a blend of tender apples and creamy, spiced custard, making it hard to stop at just one serving.
With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, it absolutely creates a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s as satisfying as it is nostalgic. Plus, Apple Pie Bread Pudding is incredibly versatile. You can dress it up with a caramel drizzle, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or even sprinkle some nuts on top for added crunch.
Serve this dish at your next family gathering, holiday dinner, or simply when you need a sweet treat to brighten up a chilly day. No matter the occasion, this Apple Pie Bread Pudding is sure to become a favorite, warming both hearts and appetites alike.
Enjoy the warmth and richness of this dessert with a touch of indulgence!
Ingredients of Apple Pie Bread Pudding
- White bread: The main base for your bread pudding, absorbing the custard and holding the apple filling. White bread works well as it has a mild flavor and soft texture, perfect for soaking up the custard. Our pick for this recipe is day-old brioche, which will soak up the liquid and bake it into a tender, extra-buttery bread pudding. You can also use challah or a French or Italian loaf.
Apple Filling
- Granny Smith apples: A tart apple variety that adds a nice contrast to the sweetness of the dessert. Granny Smith apples also hold their shape well when cooked, providing texture. Tart, crisp Granny Smith apples provide a delicious contrast to the rich and sweet bread pudding. For a slightly sweeter taste, use Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or Pink Lady apples.
- Butter: Use to cook the apples, adding a rich, buttery flavor to the filling.
- All-purpose flour: Helps thicken the filling as it cooks, giving it a consistency similar to apple pie filling.
- Cinnamon powder: Adds a warm, spicy flavor that complements the apples and gives the filling a cozy, autumnal feel.
- Brown sugar: Sweetens the filling and brings in a hint of molasses, which enhances the depth of flavor.
- Water: Adds moisture to the filling, allowing the apples to soften as they cook.
Custard
- Milk: Provides a base for the custard, helping to soak into the bread and create a creamy texture.
- Heavy cream: Adds richness to the custard, making the bread pudding soft and decadent.
- Salted butter: Adds a hint of saltiness and extra creaminess to the custard mixture.
- Granulated sugar: Sweetens the custard, balancing the richness of the milk and cream.
- Pinch of salt: Enhances the flavors of the custard and balances the sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: Adds a subtle vanilla aroma and flavor that pairs beautifully with the cinnamon and apples.
- Cinnamon powder: Ties the custard flavor to the apple filling and bring serious apple pie energy to this recipe.
- Eggs: The eggs set the custard, binding everything together for a pudding-like consistency.
How to Make Apple Pie Bread Pudding
First, preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking tray with a sheet of baking paper, covering the bottom and sides.
Start by making the apple pie filling. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Then, add the flour and cinnamon powder, stirring well to combine. Next, add the brown sugar and stir until fully incorporated.
Add the diced apples and water to the saucepan, stirring to coat. Cover the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft, about 10-15 minutes.
Once the apples are softened, remove the saucepan from the heat. Strain the juices, setting them aside for use in the bread pudding.
Now, make the custard. Place all the custard ingredients, except the eggs, in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the butter has melted. Then, remove from the heat and add the eggs one at a time, whisking well between each addition. Set the custard aside.
Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes. Place 1/3 of the bread cubes in the bottom of the prepared pan, pressing down to compact them.
Next, spread about 1/3 of the apple pie filling over the bread cubes. Place another 1/3 of the bread cubes on top, press down gently, and spread with another 1/3 of the apple pie filling. Finish by layering the last 1/3 of the bread cubes and the remaining apple pie filling.
Bake and Enjoy!
Pour the custard over the bread layers, making sure all the pieces are well-soaked. Press the bread down gently to ensure there are no dry spots. If desired, sprinkle brown sugar over the top for added sweetness.
Bake in the oven at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden and the custard is set but still slightly wobbly when shaken.
Remove from the oven and let the pudding rest for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
Your Apple Pie Bread Pudding is ready to serve! You can enjoy it warm or at room temperature for a delicious snack or dessert.
Recipe Notes;
- If you find that the amount of bread feels excessive, feel free to adjust it to suit your taste.
- It’s essential to ensure that the custard is thoroughly absorbed by the bread. This will give your pudding that delightful softness in the center.
- When heating the custard, keep an eye on the time! You only need to warm it just enough to melt the butter, ensuring that the eggs don’t cook when you mix everything together.
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Apple Pie Bread and Butter Pudding
Ingredients
- 15 pcs white bread
Apple Filling
- 2½ granny smith apple
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1¼ tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp Cinnamon Powder
- ⅝ cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup water
Custard
- ½ cup Milk
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- ¾ tbsp Salted butter
- ⅛ cup Granulated sugar
- pinch of salt
- ½ tsp Vanilla extract
- ½ tsp Cinnamon Powder
- 2 Eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °F. line a baking tray with a sheet of baking paper covering the bottom and sides.
- Start by making the apple pie filling. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over a medium heat. Add the flour and cinnamon powder and stir well. Add the brown sugar and stir.
- Add the diced apples and water, stir and cover. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft (10-15 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and strain the juices, saving them for the bread pudding.
- Make the custard. Place all the custard ingredients, except the eggs, in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the butter has melted. Remove from the heat and add the eggs one at a time, whisking between each addition. Set aside.
- Cut the bread into 1" cubes. Place 1/3 of the bread cubes in the bottom of the prepared pan. Press down to compact.
- Spread about 1/3 of the apple pie filling over the bread cubes. Place another 1/3 of the bread cubes on top, press down and spread with another 1/3 of the apple pie filling. Finish with the last 1/3 of the bread cubes and the rest of the apple pie filling.
- Pour the custard over the bread, making sure all the pieces are well-soaked. Press the bread down gently to make sure there are no dry spots. Sprinkle brown sugar over the top if you like.
- Bake in the oven at 350 °F for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden and set, but still wobbly when shaken. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes, then remove from the tin.
- Apple pie bread and butter pudding ready to serve! you can serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious snack.
Notes
- If you find that the amount of bread feels excessive, feel free to adjust it to suit your taste.
- It’s essential to ensure that the custard is thoroughly absorbed by the bread. This will give your pudding that delightful softness in the center.
- When heating the custard, keep an eye on the time! You only need to warm it just enough to melt the butter, ensuring that the eggs don’t cook when you mix everything together.
