Cardamom Pear Bread Pudding
Indulge in the warm embrace of Cardamom Pear Bread Pudding, a delightful dessert that blends the creamy richness of custard with tender caramelized pears. This easy-to-make dish fills your kitchen with a sweet, aromatic fragrance, making it perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings. With its golden-brown crust and soft interior, this bread pudding is sure to become a family favorite, evoking cherished memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale brioche or challah bread, cubed
- 3 ripe pears, peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp freshly ground cardamom
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut stale bread into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cardamom until smooth.
- Gently fold in the chopped pears and pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes. Toss lightly to coat.
- Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to soak.
- Pour everything into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently before serving.