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Butter Pecan Bread Pudding

A rich and comforting dessert made with Challah bread and butter pecan coffee creamer, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces Challah bread, cut into 1-1½ inch pieces Substitute with brioche or stale bread if unavailable.
  • 32 ounces butter pecan coffee creamer Can be substituted with other flavored creamers.
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, butter pecan coffee creamer, cinnamon, and vanilla.
  3. Once mixed, add the chopped Challah bread pieces and pecans, gently folding to ensure all pieces are coated in the mixture.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Glazing
  1. Meanwhile, in another bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and a splash of vanilla until smooth to create the glaze. Drizzle over warm bread pudding before serving.

Notes

Serve warm alongside vanilla or butter pecan ice cream and garnish with additional pecans or powdered sugar for presentation. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and consume within 2 months if frozen.