Best 2 Fruit And Nut Bread Pudding Recipes

Indulge in the delectable goodness of our fruit and nut bread pudding, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert combines the comforting warmth of bread pudding with the vibrant flavors of fresh fruits and the delightful crunch of nuts. With easy-to-follow recipes for both a traditional fruit and nut bread pudding and a gluten-free variation, this article offers a delightful treat for everyone to enjoy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FRUIT AND NUT BREAD PUDDING

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This recipe started out as a plain bread pudding. My husband, Tom, suggested adding some pecans, then I decided to add the pie filling. These ingredients make the pudding crunchy, moist and even more delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

16 slices day-old bread, torn into 1-inch pieces
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling, slices cut in half
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
1 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup butter, melted
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine bread and sugar. Set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, cinnamon, salt and vanilla until foamy. Pour over bread and sugar; mix well. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours. , Stir in all remaining ingredients except cream. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until firm. Cut into squares. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream if desired.

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FRUIT AND NUT BREAD PUDDING

Fruit and Nut Bread Pudding image

Growing up our family was consider "poor" although we never felt like we were. But there were some things that we just didn't have on our table like most people did. One of those was what we called "fancy" desserts. But Mom would make her special dessert that she called Sweet Bread Delight. I found out later that it was just...

Provided by Tammy Raynes

Categories Puddings

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

16 slices of day-old bread, torn into 1" pieces
2 c sugar
4 eggs
3 c milk
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp vanilla extract
1 can(s) (21-ozs) apple pie filling
2 c coarsely chopped pecans
1 c golden raisins
3/4 c butter or margarine, melted
whipped cream, optional

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine bread and sugar; set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, cinnamon, salt and vanilla until foamy. Pour over bread mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
2. Cut apples from pie filling in half; add apples and filling to bread mixture. Stir in pecans, raisins and butter. Pour into a greased 13"x9"x2" baking pan.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until firm. Cut into squares. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream if desired.

Tips:

Use a variety of fruits and nuts for a more flavorful bread pudding. Some good options include apples, bananas, blueberries, cranberries, pecans, walnuts, and almonds.
Soak the bread cubes in the egg mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help the bread absorb the flavors of the eggs and milk.
Bake the bread pudding in a greased baking dish. This will help prevent the pudding from sticking to the pan.
Serve the bread pudding warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Fruit and nut bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and fruit, and it's also a good source of fiber and nutrients. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give fruit and nut bread pudding a try.