CAJUN BREAD PUDDING

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This is my husband's favorite dessert, and it's a perfect dish for a crowd, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

4-3/4 cups milk, divided
4 large eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter, softened
11 cups cubed French bread (1-inch cubes)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup raisins, optional
2/3 cup chopped pecans, optional
PRALINE SAUCE:
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup corn syrup
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat 4 cups of milk until warm; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, vanilla, salt and remaining milk. Gradually add warmed milk, stirring constantly. Stir in butter. Add bread cubes; let soak 10 minutes. Add cinnamon, and raisins and/or pecans if desired. , Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 45-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. , For sauce, bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add brown sugar; stir to dissolve. Add corn syrup. Bring to boil; cook 15-20 seconds. Remove from the heat. Stir in the pecans, vanilla, butter and salt. Cut pudding into squares and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 935 calories, Fat 85g fat (50g saturated fat), Cholesterol 284mg cholesterol, Sodium 1072mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Jenny Korsah
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect dessert for my next party.


Inusah Razak
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I love the addition of the raisins and nuts. They give this bread pudding a nice texture and flavor.


Dev Sarkar
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread.


Selem Amer
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I've made this bread pudding for my family several times and they always love it.


Amaka Agbogu
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This bread pudding is to die for! I could eat it every day.


Patrick Mumba
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I'm not a huge fan of bread pudding, but this recipe is amazing. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Sarfraz Mughal
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This bread pudding is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Nnadozie Celestine (NNADOZIE ODO)
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I love the way the Cajun spices give this bread pudding a little bit of a kick.


Abdullah Azam Qadri
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This is my go-to recipe for bread pudding. It's always a hit!


Noe Duncan Ceinaturaga
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I've made this bread pudding several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


tarlzkitten
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This recipe is easy to follow and the bread pudding turns out perfect every time.


Mr Wilson
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


MR BROKEN
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This bread pudding is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, gooey, and delicious.


RAYYAN Wahab
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I love the addition of the Cajun spices. It really gives this bread pudding a unique flavor.


James Faith
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Joana Hermanz
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I'm not a big fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful.


Tiktok 411
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This bread pudding is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends.


Aiman Sahi
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. My family loved it!


Lydia Aleman
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OMG! This is the best bread pudding I've ever had. The Cajun spices give it such a unique and flavorful twist.