Ingredients and Weight:
- White bread, cubed: 12 cups (1 loaf)
- Peaches, peeled and sliced: 2 pounds
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- Granny Smith apples, grated: 1 large
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
- Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Milk: 4 cups
- Heavy cream: 2 cups
- Eggs: 8 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Caramel Sauce:
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Water: 1/4 cup
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, peaches, brown sugar, apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the bread pudding is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
For the Caramel Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the sugar dissolves and turns golden brown.
- Remove from heat and carefully stir in the cream.
- Add the butter and whisk until smooth.
Assembly:
- Serve the warm bread pudding with the caramel sauce.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and comforting
- Sweet and fruity
- Perfect for a special occasion or dessert
User Comments:
- "This bread pudding is absolutely delicious! The peaches and apples add a perfect sweetness and the caramel sauce is to die for."
- "I'm not usually a fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful."
- "This is a great recipe for using up leftover bread. It's easy to make and the results are amazing."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use very ripe peaches for the best flavor.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use whole milk instead.
- Be careful not to overcook the caramel sauce, or it will become bitter.