Best 6 Turtle Bread Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Turtle Bread Pudding, a harmonious blend of classic bread pudding and the irresistible flavors of caramel, pecans, and chocolate. This delightful dessert features slices of toasted bread soaked in a rich custard mixture, creating a soft and tender center. The addition of caramel sauce, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips elevates this dish to a symphony of textures and flavors. Served warm, each bite offers a comforting blend of sweetness and warmth, making it a perfect ending to any meal. With variations such as the Classic Turtle Bread Pudding and the indulgent Chocolate Turtle Bread Pudding, there's a recipe for every taste preference. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the magic of Turtle Bread Pudding today!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SALTED CARAMEL PRETZEL BREAD PUDDING



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Turn chewy soft pretzels into an ooey-gooey, salty-sweet bread pudding, then take it over the top with an effortless caramel sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the baking dish
8 ounces sliced white bread, crusts discarded, cut into 1-inch pieces
One 13-ounce box frozen soft pretzels (6 pretzels), including salt packets
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs plus 3 yolks
12 soft caramel candies, halved
12 soft caramel candies
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • For the bread pudding: Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Scatter the bread cubes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the melted butter and toss to coat. Bake, stirring halfway through, until the bread is golden brown and crunchy, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, follow the package directions for microwaving and salting the pretzels (don't use all the salt). Quarter each pretzel.
  • Whisk together the milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, whole eggs and yolks in a medium bowl.
  • Scatter the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish. Top with the pretzel pieces (turning some over to show off the nicely browned bottoms) and then nestle in the caramel candy halves. Pour the custard over the mixture. Cover with foil and set aside at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  • Bake until the bread pudding is set with a slight jiggle in the center, 45 to 55 minutes. Let rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  • For the caramel sauce: Meanwhile, combine the caramels, butter and cream in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, stirring halfway through, until the caramels and butter melt together, about 2 minutes. Whisk until smooth and thick. (The caramel sauce can be made ahead of time and then reheated to loosen up for serving.)
  • Drizzle the bread pudding with the caramel sauce and sprinkle with some pretzel salt before serving.

CHOCOLATE CHUNK TURTLE BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Makes 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cup dry bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1-1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks, divided
2 eggs
1-3/4 cups milk
1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss bread cubes with 1 cup of the chocolate chunks in greased 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Beat eggs in large bowl with wire whisk until foamy. Add milk, caramel-flavored topping and melted butter; beat until well blended. Pour evenly over bread mixture in pan.
  • Bake 20 min. Meanwhile, mix flour, sugar and softened butter in medium bowl until crumbly. Add pecans and remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chunks. Sprinkle over pudding. Bake an additional 25 min. or until center is set. Cool slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 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

TURTLE BREAD



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When my son Nicholas' friends visit, they always want to make this yummy, turtle-shaped bread. Nick's brother and sister join in to mix and knead, too-then the flour really starts flying!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
2 eggs
2 raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the water, milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add 1 egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Shape dough into one 2-in. ball, four 1-1/2-in. balls, one 1-in. ball and one large round ball. , For turtle shell, place the large dough ball in the center of a greased baking sheet. Place the 2-in. ball at the top for head; position 1-1/2-in. balls on either side for feet. Shape the 1-in. ball into a triangle for tail; place on opposite side of large ball from head. , Press all edges together to seal. Add raisins for eyes. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 25 minutes. , Beat the remaining egg; brush over dough. With a sharp knife, make shallow diamond-shaped slashes across top of turtle shell. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER TURTLE PUDDING



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Ooey gooey chocolate pudding, caramel and pecans make this slow cooker dessert extra delicious.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup caramel topping
1 2/3 cups hot water
1/2 cup chopped pecans, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix Bisquick mix, 1/2 cup of the sugar and the cocoa. Stir in milk and 1/2 cup of the caramel until well blended. Put in slow cooker. Pour hot water over top (do not stir). Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup sugar.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until top springs back when touched lightly (center will still be soft). Turn off slow cooker; let stand uncovered 20 minutes to cool slightly. Serve warm pudding with remaining 1/4 cup caramel topping and chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 85 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg, Sugar 57 g, TransFat 1/2 g

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

Tips:

  • Use stale bread for a firmer pudding. Fresh bread will turn mushy.
  • If you don't have any stale bread, you can toast fresh bread in the oven to dry it out.
  • Don't overmix the bread pudding batter. Overmixing will make the pudding tough.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath. This will help to prevent the pudding from drying out.
  • Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. This will help it to set.

Conclusion:

Turtle bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up stale bread, and it can be made with a variety of different toppings. Whether you like it classic or with a twist, this bread pudding is sure to be a hit.

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