Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 slices of bread (any type, preferably fresh)
- 1 can (about 2 cups) of pureed pumpkin (available in supermarkets)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional)
- Butter or cooking oil for greasing the baking dish
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking oil.
- In a bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add the bread slices to the pumpkin mixture and let them absorb the liquid for about 10 minutes, flipping them over once or twice.
- Arrange the bread in the baking dish and pour any remaining liquid on top.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon powder if desired.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approx. 250 calories per serving (without whipped cream or ice cream)
Fat: Approx. 10g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 6g (based on egg and milk content)
Dish Characteristics:
- The bread pudding is soft and moist with a rich pumpkin flavor.
- It's a perfect autumn dish that pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
- It's easy to customize with additional flavors like chocolate chips or nuts.
User Comments:
- "This is a fantastic way to use up leftover bread! The pumpkin flavor is so comforting." - John Doe, New York
- "My family loved this dish! It's a great way to introduce pumpkin flavors to non-pumpkin lovers." - Jane Smith, California
- "The bread pudding was so moist and delicious, I will definitely make it again." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh bread for best results; stale bread may be crumbly and not hold up well in the baking process.
- Make sure to mix all ingredients well to ensure even distribution of flavors and ingredients.
- If you want to add more flavor or texture, consider adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the mixture before baking.
