PEAR AND CHOCOLATE BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING

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In place of brioche, you can use a rustic white bread or challah.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Unsalted butter, room temperature, for baking dish
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
7 ounces brioche, cut into eight 1/2-inch slices, halved diagonally
1 1/2 pounds firm but ripe pears, such as Anjou or Bartlett (about 3), cored and very thinly sliced
3 large eggs, plus 3 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 tablespoon sanding or other coarse sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle bottom evenly with chocolate. Arrange brioche in dish, alternating each slice with 3 or 4 pear slices.
  • In a large bowl, gently whisk together eggs and egg yolks, milk, cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour mixture evenly over bread and pears and let sit 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sanding sugar.
  • Bake until brioche is puffed and custard is just set, 50 to 60 minutes. Let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 14 g

Jsveed Jut
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this bread pudding again.


Bliss Robertson
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread pudding didn't turn out as well as I hoped. It was a bit dry.


sam Alix
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This bread pudding is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still pretty good.


MA Colbert
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I've never made bread pudding before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


A Sahive
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I'm not a big fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Kristina Wallace
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This bread pudding is a must-try! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Abdul Gaffar
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I made this bread pudding for my family and they loved it! It was a big hit.


Whab 1925
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This is the best bread pudding I've ever had! The flavors are incredible.


Isaac The funny guy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the bread pudding always turns out perfectly.


Landon Brennan
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This bread pudding is amazing! The pears and chocolate chips melt in your mouth.


Brett Lowry
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I've made this bread pudding several times now and it never disappoints. It's the perfect comfort food for a chilly day.


Khadim Hussein
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This is my new favorite bread pudding recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The pears and chocolate chips add a touch of sweetness and richness that makes it irresistible.


La Swaul Dickens
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I made this bread pudding for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The pears and chocolate chips were the perfect combination, and the bread pudding was cooked to perfection.


Omar Jawo
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This pear and chocolate brioche bread pudding was a delightful treat! The combination of flavors and textures was divine. The pears added a burst of sweetness, while the chocolate chips provided a rich and decadent flavor. The bread pudding itself wa