Gramma's Apple Bread Pudding

Indulge in the comforting nostalgia of "Gramma's Apple Bread Pudding," a heartwarming dessert that combines tender chunks of day-old bread with sweet, juicy apples in a rich, cinnamon-spiced custard. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this pudding features the creamy decadence of whole milk and heavy cream, balanced with the warm flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or as a crowd-pleasing holiday treat, it’s quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time and is effortlessly customizable with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of vanilla ice cream. Easy, satisfying, and brimming with homemade charm, this recipe is the ultimate way to turn pantry staples into a show-stopping dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups day-old bread (French, brioche, or challah recommended)
• 2 apples (medium, peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the baking dish)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.

Step 3

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and spread evenly in the greased baking dish.

Step 4

Scatter the diced apples over the bread cubes, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 6

Pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread and apples, making sure to soak all the bread evenly. Gently press down on the bread with the back of a spoon to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 8

Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to ensure the bread absorbs enough custard.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set (you can test by inserting a knife into the center; it should come out clean).

Step 10

Once the bread pudding is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes.

Step 11

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2776.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6656.2

Total Fat 215.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1429.0mg	0%
Sodium 8253.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 966.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 352.8g
Protein 183.9g	0%

Vitamin D 387.8IU	0%
Calcium 1495.7mg	0%
Iron 46.8mg	0%
Potassium 2724.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 59.1%