Best 17 Maple Bread Pudding Recipes

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Maple bread pudding is a delicious and classic dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is made with bread cubes, maple syrup, milk, eggs, and spices, and can be baked or steamed. Maple bread pudding is often served with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream, and can be enjoyed as a breakfast, lunch, or dinner side dish. It is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, maple bread pudding is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Maple Bread Pudding image

Simple to put together, this comforting dessert has a pleasant maple flavor and aroma. My mouth is watering as I write.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
1 cup milk
3/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4 slices egg bread or brioche, cut into cubes
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup and butter; stir in bread cubes., Transfer to a well-greased 1-qt. pudding mold or ovenproof bowl; cover tightly. Place on a rack in a deep kettle; add 3 in. of hot water to pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cover and steam for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, adding water to pan as needed., Let stand for 5 minutes before unmolding onto a serving plate; serve warm with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

VERMONT MAPLE BREAD PUDDING WITH WALNUT PRALINE



Vermont Maple Bread Pudding with Walnut Praline image

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Nut     Brunch     Dessert     Bake     Walnut     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Praline
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 cups sugar
1 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
Bread pudding
8 large eggs
1 quart whipping cream
1 cup sugar
1 cup maple syrup, plus more for drizzling
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1-pound loaf brioche or egg bread, torn into bite-size pieces
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • For praline:
  • Spray rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Stir sugar and 1/4 cup water in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high and boil without stirring until mixture turns deep amber color, occasionally swirling pan and brushing down sides with wet pastry brush, about 7 minutes. Stir in nuts. Quickly spread nuts on prepared sheet. Cool. Chop praline into small pieces. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)
  • For bread pudding:
  • Whisk eggs, cream, sugar, 1 cup maple syrup, and vanilla in large bowl to blend. Add brioche; stir to coat. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Transfer bread mixture to prepared dish. Bake until puffed and golden and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut into 6 to 8 pieces. Place 1 piece pudding on each plate. Place scoop of ice cream atop pudding, drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle with praline, and serve.

CRANBERRY-MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Cranberry-Maple Bread Pudding image

This bread pudding is a delicious (and beautiful) way to use a week-old loaf. The crowning glory is the sweet-tart cranberry-and-maple compote.Recipe and image reprinted with permission from Tartine Bread, by Chad Robertson, with photographs by Eric Wolfinger.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Puddings & Custards     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 slices (1 inch thick) week-old Tartine Bakery's Country Bread, crusts trimmed
Unsalted butter, for pan
8 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups creme fraiche
2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Coarse salt
1 1/2 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries (about 5 ounces)
2/3 cup pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toast bread on a baking sheet until golden, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Butter a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan. Whisk together eggs and sugar in a medium bowl. Whisk creme fraiche in another bowl, adding milk gradually to prevent lumps; whisk into egg mixture. Whisk in vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Soak each slice of bread in custard. Stand slices up next to one another in pan.
  • Strain half the custard mixture over bread in pan. Let stand for 10 minutes, allowing custard to soak into bread. Slowly add remaining custard to cover (you may have some custard left over).
  • Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake until pudding is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. If top browns too quickly before pudding is set, cover with foil, and continue baking. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring cranberries and maple syrup to a gentle simmer in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until cranberries just begin to soften but have not popped, about 5 minutes. Serve pudding with cranberry topping.

PUMPKIN-MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Pumpkin-Maple Bread Pudding image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 2h22m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Butter flavored cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) loaf cinnamon-raisin swirl bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup cream
4 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (recommended: McCormick)
1/2 cup real maple syrup
1 (15-ounce) can solid pack pumpkin (recommended: Libby's)
1 (4.5-ounce) jar brandied hard sauce (recommended: Crosse and Blackwell)
1 teaspoon maple extract (recommended: McCormick)

Steps:

  • Lightly spray a 3-quart casserole dish with butter flavored cooking spray; set aside.
  • Toss together cubed raisin bread and pecans in the casserole dish; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients, except hard sauce and maple extract. Pour over bread cubes. Let soak for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bake bread pudding in preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until a knife inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Remove hard sauce lid and place jar in a microwave-safe bowl. Fill bowl with water halfway up the side of the jar. Microwave on HIGH for 30 to 45 seconds. Pour into a bowl and stir in maple extract. Drizzle over bread pudding.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

MAPLE CARAMEL BREAD PUDDING



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This cinnamon bread pudding is topped with warm caramel sauce. It's quick to prepare and incredibly delicious.

Provided by WebsByMegan

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 slices cinnamon bread
2 eggs
1 egg white
⅓ cup white sugar
1 ½ cups 2% low-fat milk
½ cup maple syrup
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons fat-free caramel sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut bread into 3/4 inch cubes. Arrange cubes in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Whisk together the eggs, egg white and sugar in a bowl. Stir in the milk, syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour mixture over bread.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned on top and middle is set, about 40 minutes.
  • Warm the caramel sauce; drizzle over the bread pudding before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.5 calories, Carbohydrate 64.4 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 383.9 mg, Sugar 35.2 g

APPLE AND MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Apple and Maple Bread Pudding image

Provided by Julie Richardson

Categories     Bread     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Sauté     Christmas     High Fiber     Oscars     Apple     Brandy     Winter     Cinnamon     Potluck     Calvados     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Custard:
6 large eggs
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (preferably Grade B)
1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons apple brandy (such as applejack or Calvados)
1 1-pound loaf pain rustique, all crust trimmed, bread cut into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes (6 1/2 to 7 cups)
Apples:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples (about 5), peeled, quartered, cored, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup plus additional for brushing (preferably Grade B)
1/4 cup (packed) dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • For custard:
  • Whisk eggs, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt in large bowl. Add milk, cream, and brandy and whisk until well blended. Add bread cubes and press to submerge into custard. Let soak at least 30 minutes, occasionally pressing on bread cubes to submerge.
  • For apples:
  • Meanwhile, position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 350°F. Generously butter 9x5-inch glass or ceramic loaf pan with at least 3-inch-high sides. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add apple slices and sauté until deep golden and beginning to soften, stirring and turning apple slices frequently, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup maple syrup, then brown sugar. Simmer until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens to syrup, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Mix half of apple slices into breadcustard mixture. Transfer bread pudding mixture to prepared pan. Arrange remaining apple slices atop bread pudding in 2 lengthwise rows. Spoon any remaining syrup from skillet over apple slices. Place loaf pan on rimmed baking sheet (to catch any spills during baking).
  • Bake bread pudding until puffed and cracked on top, apples are deep brown, and instant-read thermometer inserted into center of pudding registers 170°F to 180°F, about 1 hour 30 minutes (pudding will rise high above top of pan). Remove from oven and let rest at room temperature 45 minutes to 1 hour (pudding will fall). Brush apples on top of pudding with additional maple syrup. Spoon pudding into bowls and serve warm or at room temperature.

MAPLE-PECAN PRALINE TOPPED FRENCH TOAST BREAD PUDDING



Maple-Pecan Praline Topped French Toast Bread Pudding image

Whenever I make a loaf of gluten free bread, I can't seem to eat all of it before it goes stale or moldy. While I could slice and freeze half, I prefer to use it for bread pudding, stuffing, meatloaf, etc. This is an excellent use for bread that is too hard and stale to eat. I would not make it from fresh squishy bread, as I think it would probably dissolve in the egg custard. The original recipe, Debbie Tate's "Make Ahead French Toast" at allrecipes, suggests 8 slices of French bread. I would assume that sourdough, old hard sandwich rolls, etc. would also work beautifully. This morning I used the last quarter loaf of bread made from Bob's Red Mill GF Homemade Wonderful Bread Mix. I would be happy to serve this for company, or Christmas morning. It is *extremely* rich - most people will be too full to finish off two helpings.

Provided by Lelandra

Categories     Dessert

Time 9h15m

Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups stale bread (measured when cut into 1 inch cubes)
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • The night before you want to eat this, grease a baking dish. I use a 9x9 glass baking pan (2 qt) so that the resulting product will be coffee cake height. If you use a 9x13 pan, you won't need to bake it on a cookie sheet to catch drippings (or clean the oven afterwards), but will have a flatter casserole. Cube the bread and spread it evenly in the pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the custard (eggs, milk, half-and-half and vanilla). Pour over the bread cubes, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight/8 hours.
  • The next morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl (I use the pyrex 4-cup measuring cup I used to melt the butter in the microwave), combine the topping ingredients (melted butter, brown sugar, syrup and pecans). Spoon topping over bread and custard mixture. In the 9x9 pan, it will cover the custard completely.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden, about 40 minutes. Bake it on top of a cookie sheet if you are using a 9x9 pan or you will have melted butter spattered all over the bottom of your oven afterwards.
  • When you take it out of the oven, the butter will still be bubbling. Let it rest at least 5 minutes, and it will be reabsorbed into the casserole, and you will have a nice crunchy topped casserole that holds together when cut into.

MAPLE-APPLE MICROWAVE BREAD PUDDING



Maple-Apple Microwave Bread Pudding image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup apple butter
1/2 cup dried apples, chopped
1/4 cup apple cider
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 large eggs
1/2 cup maple syrup
8 slices cinnamon-raisin bread, cut into medium cubes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, apple butter, dried apple, apple cider, ginger, eggs and half the maple syrup. Add the bread to the cream mixture and stir to fully coat the bread cubes. Divide the mixture among 4 microwave-safe mugs. One at a time, microwave each mug until the pudding is puffed up and firm, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour the rest of the maple syrup over the top of the bread puddings before serving.

MAPLE-PECAN BREAD PUDDING



Maple-Pecan Bread Pudding image

This is a maple treat worth serving for breakfast or dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

Butter, room temperature, for baking dish
1 baguette (8 ounces), thinly sliced
2 cups half-and-half
2 large eggs
2/3 cup pure maple syrup (preferably Grade B), plus more for serving
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
Heavy cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 2-quart baking dish and set aside. Arrange bread on two large rimmed baking sheets; bake until dry (but not browned), about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, eggs, syrup, vanilla, and salt. Add bread to custard and toss. In prepared dish, stand slices upright in rows, pressing on each row to compact it. Pour any remaining custard in bowl over top and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle bread pudding with pecans and bake until center is hot and most of custard is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly. Serve with maple syrup and cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g

LEMON BREAD PUDDING WITH MAPLE-INFUSED WHIPPED CREAM



Lemon Bread Pudding with Maple-Infused Whipped Cream image

Provided by Bill Jones

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Broil     Lemon     Summer     Maple Syrup     Gourmet     Canada     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups thin baguette slices (from an 18-inch length)
3 whole large eggs
3 large egg yolks
1 cup sugar plus more for sprinkling
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
5 cups heavy cream, divided
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Accompaniment: fresh berries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F with rack in middle.
  • Put bread in a 3-quart flameproof shallow baking dish (not glass). Whisk in zest, lemon juice, and 4 cups cream (chill remaining cup cream) and pour over bread. Press down with a spatula to help bread soak up some of custard.
  • Whisk together whole eggs, yolks, and sugar in a large bowl until pale and thick, about 1 minute.
  • Lightly sprinkle with sugar and bake in a water bath until custard is barely set and edges of bread are golden, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Turn on broiler and broil bread pudding 4 to 5 inches from heat until golden-brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Cool to warm, about 30 minutes (pudding will continue to set).
  • Just before serving, beat remaining cup cream with syrup using an electric mixer or a whisk until it just holds soft peaks. Serve pudding, warm or chilled, with cream.

BROWN SUGAR AND MAPLE BREAD PUDDING RECIPE



Brown Sugar and Maple Bread Pudding Recipe image

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups white bread cubes
5 eggs
2 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Place cubed bread in large bowl and set aside.
  • In separate smaller bowl, whisk eggs, cinnamon, syrup, sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt.
  • Pour egg mixture over bread and gently toss until all bread is coated.
  • Pour bread into 9x13 pan and spread evenly in pan. Let bread sit for 5-10 minutes or until egg mixture has soaked through.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar and walnuts on top of bread.
  • Bake 40-45 minutes or until golden brown on top. Remove from oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes for easier serving.
  • Top with maple syrup and enjoy!

MAPLE-PUMPKIN BREAD PUDDING



Maple-Pumpkin Bread Pudding image

Categories     Bread     Cake     Bake     Roast     Pumpkin     Fall     Winter

Yield serves: 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 4-pound pumpkin, preferably a sugar pumpkin, or 3 cups canned pumpkin purée
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup REAL maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon unsalted butter for greasing dish
1 loaf of challah, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 cups)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted (see page 17) and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries or golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Cut the pumpkin into quarters, place it on a baking sheet, and roast for about 1 hour or until the pumpkin is fork-tender. Remove the pumpkin from the oven and let cool (this can be done a day or two ahead). When the pumpkin is cool enough to handle, peel off the skin, remove the seeds and guts, and purée the flesh in a food processor. If you're using canned pumpkin, skip this step.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the puréed pumpkin, heavy cream, brown sugar, eggs, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and vanilla, and mix well to combine.
  • Butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish well. Toss the bread, walnuts, and cranberries together in the baking dish. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the bread and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Put the dish in the oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until the custard is set.
  • ANNE ALTERNATE
  • If you want to get really fancy, use cinnamon brioche or pound cake in place of the challah. Mmmmm . . .

APPLE-FIG BREAD PUDDING CUPCAKES WITH MAPLE SAUCE



Apple-Fig Bread Pudding Cupcakes with Maple Sauce image

For a simple fall or winter dessert, you can't beat bread pudding. Baked in jumbo muffin cups for pretty presentation and served warm with maple sauce, it's delightful.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

7 cups cubes (1 inch) day-old French or Italian bread (from 1-lb loaf)
1 large cooking apple (Braeburn, Cortland or Granny Smith), peeled, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped dried figs
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup whipping cream
1/3 cup butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon maple flavor
Maple candies, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease 6 jumbo muffin cups with shortening.
  • In large bowl, mix bread cubes, apple and figs. In small saucepan, cook 1 cup brown sugar, the milk and 1/4 cup butter over medium heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat; stir in cinnamon and vanilla. Pour over bread mixture in bowl. Add eggs; toss to coat. Spoon mixture into muffin cups, filling to tops of cups.
  • Bake 30 to 34 minutes or until center is set and apples are tender. Cool while making sauce.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, stir granulated sugar, 1/3 cup brown sugar, the whipping cream and 1/3 cup butter. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in maple flavor.
  • Remove warm cupcakes from pan; place on serving plates. Spoon warm sauce over cupcakes. Garnish with maple candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 98 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 Cupcake and About 1/4 Cup Sauce), Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 74 g, TransFat 1 g

MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Maple Bread Pudding image

Categories     Bread     Bake

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 pound white bread, cut or torn into chunks no smaller than 1 inch in diameter
1 cup milk plus 1 cup cream or a total of 2 cups half-and-half
4 eggs
3/4 cup maple syrup or sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Small grating of nutmeg
Pinch of salt
Whipped cream for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Butter a 10- or 12-inch soufflé or baking dish and put the bread in it. Cut the remaining butter into bits and combine it with all the other ingredients; pour over the bread. Submerge the bread with a weighted plate and turn the oven to 350°F.
  • When the oven is hot, remove the plate (scrape any butter back onto the bread) and bake until the pudding is just set but not dry, 45 to 60 minutes. The top will be crusty and brown. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature, with or without whipped cream.

PUMPKIN-MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



PUMPKIN-MAPLE BREAD PUDDING image

Categories     Nut

Yield 10 People

Number Of Ingredients 11

Butter flavored cooking spray
1 (16-ounce) loaf cinnamon-raisin swirl bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup cream
4 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (recommended: McCormick)
1/2 cup real maple syrup
1 (15-ounce) can solid pack pumpkin (recommended: Libby's)
1 (4.5-ounce) jar brandied hard sauce (recommended: Crosse and Blackwell)
1 teaspoon maple extract (recommended: McCormick)

Steps:

  • Lightly spray a 3-quart casserole dish with butter flavored cooking spray; set aside. Toss together cubed raisin bread and pecans in the casserole dish; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients, except hard sauce and maple extract. Pour over bread cubes. Let soak for 1 hour in the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake bread pudding in preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until a knife inserted into center comes out clean. Remove hard sauce lid and place jar in a microwave-safe bowl. Fill bowl with water halfway up the side of the jar. Microwave on HIGH for 30 to 45 seconds. Pour into a bowl and stir in maple extract. Drizzle over bread pudding. Serve warm or at room temperature.

MAPLE BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING



MAPLE BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING image

Categories     Bread     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Fourth of July     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     St. Patrick's Day     Mother's Day     Wedding     Spring     Summer

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp (25 ml) unsalted butter, softened
1 pkg (600 g) PC Maple Flavoured Loaf
1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted butter, softened
1 pkg (140 g) dried apricots, thinly sliced
2 cups (500 ml) whole milk
2 cups (500 ml) 35% whipping cream
1/8 tsp (0.5 ml) salt
2 vanilla beans, sliced in half lengthwise
3 eggs
1/2 cup (125 ml) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (50 ml) apricot jam

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease 13 X 9-inch (3 L) glass baking dish with 2 tbsp (25 ml) butter. 2. Discard end slices of loaf. Spread 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter evenly over one side of each bread slice. Arrange six of the bread slices, buttered side up, in a single layer on the bottom of prepared dish. Cut a seventh slice in half and wedge in among other slices to fill the bottom of the dish; sprinkle half of the apricots evenly over the top. Repeat with remaining seven bread slices and apricots for a second layer; set aside. 3. Combine milk, cream and salt in a large saucepan. Using the tip of a sharp knife, scrape vanilla seeds into pan; add seedless vanilla bean pods. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Once boiling, remove from heat. Whisk together eggs and sugar in large bowl for about 1 minute or until pale yellow. Gradually whisk in 1 cup (250 ml) of the hot milk mixture until combined. Slowly whisk in remaining milk mixture until fully combined. Pour custard through fine sieve into large bowl; discard vanilla bean pods. 4. Pour strained custard over the top of the bread. Using a spatula, gently press down on bread slices so they soak up custard. Place dish in a large roasting pan; add enough warm water to pan to come halfway up the sides of the baking dish. 5. Bake in centre of oven for 40 to 45 minutes, pressing bread down gently with spatula at halfway point, or until puffed and set around edges with a slight jiggle in centre. Transfer pudding in water bath to rack to cool. 6. Meanwhile, heat jam with 2 tbsp (25 ml) water in small saucepan over low heat for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until liquefied. Carefully remove pudding from water bath; brush surface with warmed jam. Serve hot or at room temperature.

CROISSANT MAPLE BREAD PUDDING



Croissant Maple Bread Pudding image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 leftover croissants, about 6 cups cut
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups heavy cream
Pinch salt
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
6 eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
Serving suggestion: vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Butter a 9 by 9-inch baking dish and line it with plastic wrap going up the walls of the pan.
  • Cut up the croissants into 1-inch cubes and place them on a sheet pan. Place in oven and toast for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly crisp, then place them in a bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a saucepan, heat the half-and-half, cream, salt, and vanilla bean over medium heat, stirring occasionally to make sure the mixture doesn't burn or stick to the bottom of the pan. When the cream mixture reaches a fast simmer (do not let it boil), turn off the heat. Set aside to infuse for 10 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together. Whisking constantly, gradually add the hot cream mixture. Strain over the croissant cubes to remove the vanilla bean, and let soak 15 minutes, gently turning the cubes over once. Empty the mixture into the baking dish. Let soak another 30 minutes, or overnight, in the refrigerator. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the baking dish in a hot water bath. Bake until just set and very light golden brown on top, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool, then chill in the refrigerator 4 hours or overnight. The next day, turn out the pudding and cut round 3-inch plugs from the pudding, place them on a microwave-proof pan and cover with plastic wrap.
  • To serve, warm maple syrup in a saucepan and keep warm. Warm the plugs of bread pudding in the microwave and serve topped with hot maple syrup. Serve with ice cream.

Tips:

  • Use stale or day-old bread for the best texture and flavor in your bread pudding.
  • Try using different types of bread, such as challah, brioche, or even cornbread, to create unique variations of the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and flavorings in your bread pudding. A pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla extract can add a lot of depth and complexity to the flavor.
  • If you want a richer bread pudding, try using heavy cream or half-and-half instead of milk.
  • For a crispy topping, sprinkle the top of the bread pudding with brown sugar or granulated sugar before baking.
  • Serve bread pudding warm or at room temperature, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Maple bread pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a great recipe for beginner bakers and experienced home cooks alike. Whether you're serving it as a special occasion treat or a comforting everyday dessert, maple bread pudding is sure to be a hit.

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