TOFFEE-PEAR CRISP BREAD PUDDING

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My son loves pear crisp, but one night I was making bread pudding. He asked if I could make both. I compromised by combining two desserts into this one dish. It's absolutely fantastic! -Kurt Wait, Redwood City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-3/4 cups 2% milk
1 cup butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs
4 cups cubed day-old French bread
2 cups sliced peeled fresh pears (about 2 medium)
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup cold butter
1/3 cup English toffee bits

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine milk, caramel topping, butter, cinnamon and ginger. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat., Whisk eggs in a large bowl; gradually whisk in a third of the milk mixture. Stir in remaining milk mixture. Add bread; stir to coat. Let stand 10 minutes. Gently stir in pears; transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes., Meanwhile, for topping, in a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in toffee bits; sprinkle over bread pudding. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes longer or until puffed, golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Madox Romsis
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it!


Nantale Becky
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I'm not sure what temperature to bake this at.


Md Kkk
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How can I make this recipe gluten-free?


edwin ivey
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I don't have a Dutch oven. Can I use a different type of baking dish?


Bukho Swelindawo
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Can I use a different type of bread for this recipe?


Wali m Muhammad Jan
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I'm allergic to nuts. Can I substitute something else for the walnuts?


David Kolade
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This recipe seems like it would be really time-consuming. I don't have that kind of time.


Behredin Awel
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I'm not a fan of toffee or pears. I don't think I'll like this recipe.


Lily'ana Nelson
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems a bit too complicated.


hamed zafrane
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm sure it will turn out great.


sharifa shariff
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


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


Lynnae Molina
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves bread pudding or toffee pears.


Stephen Mwaniki
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Benjamin Addae Bekoe
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion brunch or dessert. It's also relatively easy to make, which is always a bonus.


jenlmaes24
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I'm not a huge fan of bread pudding but this recipe changed my mind. The toffee pear crisp topping is what really makes this dish special.


Sadam Weruh
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing. The bread pudding was cooked to perfection and the toffee sauce was divine.


Ashton Carter
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This toffee pear crisp bread pudding is an absolute delight! The combination of the sweet and gooey toffee sauce, the juicy pears, and the crispy bread is simply irresistible.