Looking for a delectable dessert that’s easy to make but impressive to serve? Look no further than our Pecan Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding! This rich and indulgent dish combines the classic flavors of bread pudding with the added decadence of chocolate and crunchy pecans. It’s the perfect way to end any meal, and your guests will be begging for the recipe.
In this blog post, we’ll walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to make this mouth-watering dessert. But first, let’s talk a bit about what makes this dish so special. The combination of soft, custardy bread, gooey chocolate, and buttery pecans creates a symphony of textures and flavors that will have your taste buds singing. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up any leftover bread you might have on hand.
So grab your apron and let’s get started! This Pecan Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding is sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bread, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup of pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup of chocolate chips
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups of milk
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish with butter.
- Arrange the bread cubes in the dish.
- Sprinkle the pecans and chocolate chips over the bread cubes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter.
- Pour the mixture over the bread, pecans, and chocolate chips.
- Press the bread down with a spoon to make sure it is evenly coated.
- Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
- Let the pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature and take out a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish.
Step 2: Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish with butter. Use a bit of butter to grease the bottom and sides of the baking dish to prevent the pudding from sticking.
Step 3: Arrange the bread cubes in the dish. Cut the bread slices into small cubes and arrange them evenly in the greased baking dish.
Step 4: Sprinkle the pecans and chocolate chips over the bread cubes. Evenly sprinkle the chopped pecans and chocolate chips over the bread cubes.
Step 5: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until well-combined.
Step 6: Pour the mixture over the bread, pecans, and chocolate chips. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, making sure to evenly coat the bread.
Step 7: Press the bread down with a spoon to make sure it is evenly coated. Use a spoon to press down on the bread cubes, making sure they are all coated with the egg mixture.
Step 8: Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid. Let the pudding mixture sit for 10-15 minutes so the bread can soak up the liquid and become soft.
Step 9: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set. Bake the pudding in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
Step 10: Let the pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving. Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Pecan Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding!
