Description
This Easy Peach Bread Pudding is a delightful dessert that combines tender bread cubes with fresh peaches, pecans, and a rich caramel sauce. Perfectly sweet and comforting, it’s an ideal treat for gatherings or family dinners. Baked to golden perfection and served warm with a drizzle of homemade caramel sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this bread pudding is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 8 cups bread, cubed
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and diced
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Prepare Bread Mixture: In a large bowl, beat 3 eggs. Add melted butter, yogurt, and milk. Slowly add 2 cups sugar, stirring until dissolved. Stir in diced peaches and cubed bread, mixing until well combined. Allow the mixture to soak into the bread for about 30 minutes.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon.
- Assemble Bread Pudding: Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Cover loosely with buttered foil.
- Bake: Bake for 20 minutes covered. Remove the foil, sprinkle with chopped pecans, and bake uncovered until the top is golden brown and the center is set, about 20-25 minutes longer.
- Prepare Caramel Sauce: While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the caramel sauce. In a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the butter, heavy cream, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the warm bread pudding drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with vanilla ice cream.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5-10 minutes | Kcal: Approximately 350 per serving | Servings: 16
Notes
Serving Tips:
- Serve Warm: This bread pudding is best enjoyed warm to savor its gooey texture and rich flavors.
- Top with Ice Cream: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of each serving for an extra indulgent treat.
- Garnish with Pecans and Caramel: Drizzle additional caramel sauce and sprinkle chopped pecans over each portion for a delightful presentation.
- Extra Fruits: Garnish with extra peach slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and a festive look.
- Family-Style Serving: Serve the bread pudding straight from the baking dish at the table for a rustic, family-style presentation.
Storage Tips:
- Refrigeration: Store any leftover bread pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: To freeze, wrap the bread pudding tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warm. Alternatively, reheat the entire dish in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through.
- Caramel Sauce Storage: Store leftover caramel sauce in a separate airtight container in the refrigerator. It can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
- Preventing Sogginess: To maintain the best texture, reheat the bread pudding in the oven rather than the microwave to keep it from becoming too soggy.