Get ready to transform your ordinary dessert game with a mouthwatering Sweet Potato Pecan Bread Pudding that's about to become your new obsession! Imagine a dessert so decadent, so incredibly rich and comforting, it'll make your taste buds dance with pure joy. This isn't just another bread pudding - this is a magical fusion of creamy sweet potatoes, warm spices, and crunchy pecans that will transport you straight to dessert heaven in just one bite!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and well combined.
- Cut day-old bread into 1-inch cubes. If bread is fresh, lightly toast cubes in the oven for 5-10 minutes to help them absorb the custard better.
- Add bread cubes to the sweet potato custard mixture, gently folding to ensure each bread piece is evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow bread to absorb the liquid.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chopped pecans, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for topping.
- Transfer the bread pudding mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining pecans on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes before serving. This allows the pudding to set and makes it easier to portion.
- Optional: Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Use day-old bread for the best texture - slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more effectively and creates a more luxurious pudding.
- Make sure to let the bread soak in the custard mixture for at least 10 minutes before baking to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- Don't overbake! The perfect bread pudding should be golden on top but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- For extra richness, consider using whole milk or even half-and-half instead of regular milk.
- Toasting the pecans before adding them to the recipe will enhance their nutty flavor and add an extra layer of complexity to the dessert.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an indulgent finishing touch.
- If you want to make this ahead of time, the bread pudding can be prepared and refrigerated before baking, making it perfect for entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg
