Hawaiian Roll Bread Pudding

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 bag (16 ounces) Hawaiian rolls, cut into cubes
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the Hawaiian roll cubes, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients over the bread cubes and stir to combine. Let stand for 5 minutes.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dot with the melted butter.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and set.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 135mg
• Sodium: 240mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Sugar: 27g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Soft and sweet
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "This bread pudding is incredible! The Hawaiian rolls give it a unique flavor and texture."
• "I love the cinnamon and nutmeg spices. They make it taste like a warm hug."
• "I've made this bread pudding several times, and it's always a hit with my family."
• "The melted butter on top is the perfect finishing touch."
• "This is a great recipe for using up leftover Hawaiian rolls."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh Hawaiian rolls for the best flavor.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can use all milk instead.
• Let the bread pudding rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help it set and firm up.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, ice cream, or fruit compote.