Peanut Brittle Bread Pudding

Indulge in the decadence of Peanut Brittle Bread Pudding, a rich and nostalgic dessert that transforms day-old bread into a luscious treat bursting with flavor and texture. This recipe combines cubes of buttery brioche or challah with crunchy, caramelized peanut brittle for a decadent twist on classic bread pudding. Soaked in a creamy custard flavored with vanilla and just the right touch of sweetness, the pudding bakes to golden perfection, delivering a balance of tender, custard-soaked bread and crisp peanut brittle bits in every bite. For the ultimate finishing touch, drizzle it with warm caramel sauce to elevate this dessert to a whole new level of indulgence. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Day-old bread (e.g., brioche or challah, cubed)
• 1 cup Peanut brittle, roughly chopped
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 Large eggs
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the baking dish)
• 0.5 cup Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and chopped peanut brittle. Toss to distribute evenly and transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In another mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined and smooth.

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and peanut brittle, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Press down gently with the back of a spoon to help the bread absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to allow the custard to fully soak into the bread.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (a knife inserted into the center should come out clean).

Step 7

Remove from the oven and allow the bread pudding to cool for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2420.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6538.1

Total Fat 252.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1433.0mg	0%
Sodium 6821.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 908.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 477.1g
Protein 158.1g	0%

Vitamin D 383.8IU	0%
Calcium 1307.9mg	0%
Iron 32.0mg	0%
Potassium 2547.8mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 55.5%