Best 11 Bread Pudding Ambrosia Recipes

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Bread pudding ambrosia is a classic Southern dessert that combines the flavors of bread pudding and ambrosia salad. It's typically made with white bread, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and spices, and then topped with a mixture of fruits, nuts, and coconut. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of different fruits and nuts, so it's a great way to use up whatever you have on hand. It's also a relatively easy dessert to make, and it can be served warm or cold.

The article includes three different recipes for bread pudding ambrosia:

* **Classic bread pudding ambrosia:** This recipe is made with white bread, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and spices. It's topped with a mixture of pineapple, mandarin oranges, cherries, pecans, and coconut.


* **Creamy bread pudding ambrosia:** This recipe is made with cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream, in addition to the traditional ingredients. It's topped with a mixture of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.


* **Tropical bread pudding ambrosia:** This recipe is made with tropical fruits, such as mango, papaya, and pineapple. It's topped with a mixture of macadamia nuts and coconut.

All of the recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. They're perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dessert.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a delicious treat and an even better way to reduce food waste! For this bread pudding recipe, collect the heels and any extra slices of bread you have and freeze them. When you have enough to measure six cups (this is about six slices of bread), thaw the slices and start baking this warm and comforting bread pudding.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups soft bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1/2 cup raisins, if desired
Whipping (heavy) cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted and milk is hot.
  • In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Stir in milk mixture. Pour into ungreased deep round pan.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Serve warm with whipping cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

SAVORY ROSEMARY BREAD PUDDING



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This is a very simple solution for the leftover bread and cheese from last night's party. Tossing the bread with olive oil before assembling the dish makes the top crunchy and very tasty--reminiscent of good, homemade croutons, which is exactly what it is.

Provided by Syd

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups cubed bread
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
1 cup shredded or crumbled cheese
6 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup 2% milk
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron pan, and cook onion and rosemary in oil until onion is soft.
  • Toss bread cubes with olive oil and onions. Exact measurement of bread is not necessary. Place in a well oiled, deep sided, 9 inch square pan. Toss with 1/2 cheese, and sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
  • Beat together milk, cream, and eggs. Pour over bread in pan. It is fine that the bread sticks out of the custard.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until browned and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean (except for melted cheese).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 197.5 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 296.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

BREAD PUDDING II



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My family LOVES bread pudding, and this recipe is one that I have fine tuned to their taste. I have to double this recipe, and bake it in a 9x13 inch pan for my family! It's great for breakfast or dessert and is delicious with milk poured on top! Enjoy!

Provided by ELLENMARIE

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices day-old bread
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ cup raisins
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Break bread into small pieces into an 8 inch square baking pan. Drizzle melted butter or margarine over bread. If desired, sprinkle with raisins.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Beat until well mixed. Pour over bread, and lightly push down with a fork until bread is covered and soaking up the egg mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly tapped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 70.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 139.6 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. -Maria Petrella, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
20 dinner rolls (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes (18 cups)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together the first 10 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Bake until puffed and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla, sea salt and baking soda, stirring well. Serve sauce with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CROISSANT BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 extra-large whole eggs
8 extra-large egg yolks
5 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
6 croissants, preferably stale
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole eggs, egg yolks, half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla. Set the custard mixture aside. Slice the croissants in half horizontally. In a 10 by 15 by 2 1/2-inch oval baking dish, distribute the bottoms of the sliced croissants, then add the raisins, then the tops of the croissants (brown side up), being sure the raisins are between the layers of croissants or they will burn while baking. Pour the custard over the croissants and allow to soak for 10 minutes, pressing down gently.
  • Place the pan in a larger one filled with 1-inch of hot water. Cover the larger pan with aluminum foil, tenting the foil so it doesn't touch the pudding. Cut a few holes in the foil to allow steam to escape. Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 40 to 45 more minutes or until the pudding puffs up and the custard is set. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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A classic recipe, this Old Fashioned Bread Pudding is easily made with chunks of French bread coated in a deliciously spiced custard! Perfect for a dessert, breakfast or brunch!

Provided by Brandie @ The Country Cook

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup salted butter
1 long loaf of French Bread
1 cup raisins
4 cups milk
4 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons vanilla extract
½ cup dark rum or whisky ((can use rum extract or skip it altogether))
½ cup salted butter, (melted and cooled)
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut or rip the french loaf into bite size pieces.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the 1/2 cup of butter and brown the bread. The bread should absorb all of the butter in the pan. Stir continuously.
  • When all the butter is absorbed, pour the bread into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the raisins evenly over the bread.
  • In a large bowl mix the milk, eggs, sugar, extract, and rum.
  • Pour over the bread and raisins in the casserole dish.
  • Bake for 1 hour, checking at the 40 minute mark. The casserole is done when the liquid is set, top has browned, and is pulling away from the sides of the casserole dish.
  • To make the glaze, combine ingredients with a whisk and pour over the warm bread pudding. Then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 kcal, Carbohydrate 86 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 368 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 58 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BREAD PUDDING



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This simple bake is lovely with a cuppa. Or have it for dessert instead, with custard or ice cream

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 2h

Yield Cuts into 9 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

500g white or wholemeal bread
500g/1lb 2oz mixed dried fruit
85g mixed peel
1½ tbsp mixed spice
600ml milk
2 large eggs, beaten
140g light muscovado sugar
zest 1 lemon (optional)
100g butter, melted
2 tbsp demerara sugar

Steps:

  • Tear 500g white or wholemeal bread into a large mixing bowl and add 500g mixed dried fruit, 85g mixed peel and 1 ½ tbsp mixed spice.
  • Pour in 600ml milk, then stir or scrunch through your fingers to mix everything well and completely break up the bread.
  • Add 2 beaten large eggs, 140g light muscovado sugar and zest of 1 lemon, if using. Stir well, then set aside for 15 mins to soak.
  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Butter and line the base of a 20cm non-stick square cake tin (not one with a loose base).
  • Stir the melted butter into the pudding mixture, tip into the tin, then scatter with demerara.
  • Bake for 1½ hrs until firm and golden, covering with foil if it starts to brown too much. Turn out of the tin and strip off the paper. Cut into squares and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 94 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 67 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.15 milligram of sodium

SIMPLE BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe is proof-positive that leftover bread can easily be converted to dessert without much work. There's room for customization here: consider adding fresh or dried fruit or a combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cardamom. It makes a great brunch dish, served with fresh fruit compote. Or add a handful of chocolate chips before baking for a decidedly more decadent outcome.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, editors' pick, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, more for greasing pan
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup sugar
Pinch salt
1/2 loaf sweet egg bread like challah or brioche, cut into 2-inch cubes (about 5 to 6 cups)
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm milk, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt. Continue cooking just until butter melts; cool. Meanwhile, butter a 4-to-6-cup baking dish and fill it with cubed bread.
  • Add eggs to cooled milk mixture and whisk; pour mixture over bread. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set but still a little wobbly and edges of bread have browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 192 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AMBROSIA LOAF



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Ambrosia in a bread. What could be better! Wonderful with a cup of coffee or tea.

Provided by Susan Seybert @sseybert1

Categories     Other Breakfast

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cup(s) all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1 cup(s) sugar
1/2 cup(s) butter or margarine, softened
2 - eggs
1/2 cup(s) buttermilk
1 can(s) crushed pineapple in its own juice (8 oz.)
1 cup(s) chopped blanched almonds
1/2 cup(s) flaked coconut
1/2 teaspoon(s) almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2 1/4 inch loaf pans.
  • In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In a large mixer bowl at high speed, beat sugar and butter or margarine until light and fluffy, scraping occasionally. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well blended.
  • At low speed, beat in half of the four mixture. Beat in buttermilk, then remaining flour mixture just until blended. Beat in pineapple with its juice, almonds, coconut and almond extract. Spread evenly in pans.
  • Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool on wire racks. Cut with a sharp knife. Serve at room temperature.

EASIEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The ultimate in quick comfort food - only five minutes to prepare, perfect to pop in the oven before the main course

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, Treat

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

150ml whole milk
140g white bread
50g raisins or dried cherries
568ml pot of fresh custard
butter , for greasing
5-7 tbsp caster sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 140C/fan 120C/gas 1. Stir the custard together with the milk. Trim the crusts from the bread, cut into triangles, then place in a large bowl with the raisins or dried cherries. Pour over the custard mixture, then carefully stir everything together so all the pieces of bread are coated. Lightly grease a small ovenproof dish with butter, then spoon in the mixture.
  • Cook for 30-35 mins until there is just a slight wobble in the centre of the custard. Sprinkle over the sugar to cover the surface, then pop under a hot grill for 1-2 mins until the sugar starts to melt and caramelise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 64 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 47 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.57 milligram of sodium

SOURDOUGH AMBROSIA BREAD PUDDING



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Make and share this Sourdough Ambrosia Bread Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vaquero Tim

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups sourdough bread cubes
3 cups skim milk or 3 cups low-fat milk
4 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon orange peel, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup almonds, chopped toasted
cream (optional) or milk (optional)

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in lightly greased 2-quart casserole. In large bowl beat together milk, eggs, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, orange peel, and cinnamon. Pour over bread cubes. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in preheated 350°F oven until knife inserted near center comes out clean, about 50 to 60 minutes. Serve with cream or milk if desired.
  • *To toast almonds, place nuts single layer on baking sheet. Bake in preheated 350°F oven, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 160, Sodium 137.4, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 40.1, Protein 10

Tips:

  • Use stale bread for a firmer texture and better absorption of the custard.
  • To prevent the bread pudding from becoming too dense, don't overmix the batter.
  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk in the custard.
  • Add a variety of fruits and nuts to the bread pudding for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath to prevent it from drying out.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Bread pudding ambrosia is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor combinations, it's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give bread pudding ambrosia a try. You won't be disappointed!

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