Eggnog and Apple Bread Pudding

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups chopped peeled apples
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, milk, evaporated milk, eggnog, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, eggs, apples, and walnuts (if using). Stir until evenly combined.
3. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
5. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 325
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful with a custardy center and a slightly crisp top
• Warm and comforting, perfect for fall or winter
• Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve

User Comments:

• "This eggnog bread pudding was absolutely delicious! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice."
• "I loved the combination of apples and eggnog in this bread pudding. It was so moist and fluffy."
• "I made this for a holiday party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how good it was."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use day-old bread for a chewier texture.
• If you don't have evaporated milk, you can use 1 cup of milk instead.
• For a richer flavor, use dark rum or bourbon in place of some of the milk.
• This dish can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.