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Cinnamon Apple Pear Bread Pudding is a super-easy and equally delicious dessert recipe that anyone can make.
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We have a pretty big and active family, making it especially important for us to rely on efficiency and low cost when using our resources. This is particularly true in the kitchen.
Since starting Platter Talk, nearly three years ago, our boys have taken a keen interest in this family venture and have been featured in a number of posts while making their own recipes. This Cinnamon Apple Pear Bread Pudding Recipe is the perfect dessert to make with kids because it’s easy, it’s delicious, and it uses common stables that you likely have on hand.
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We made bread pudding in the slow cooker, a while back. Today’s version of Cinnamon Apple Pear Bread Pudding Recipe offers more of a custard component, not a great deal unlike French toast. The cinnamon gives it a unique warmness, and the fresh apples and pears balance it out nicely. This dessert was a hit at our house and I think it will be at yours as well, especially during the cold months of winter. Hope you enjoy! -Dan
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Cinnamon Apple Pear Bread Pudding Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 teaspoons unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs
- 5 slices soft whole-wheat bread each cut in half
- 2 pears peeled, cored, and cut into eighths
- 1 large granny smith apple peeled, cored, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375º F.
- Butter a 9-inch square pan.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk, sugar, butter, and salt until small bubbles form. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, then add the warm milk mixture in a slow stream, whisking constantly.
- Layer the square pan with the bread. Top with the apple and pears. Pour the milk-egg mixture into the baking pan and sprinkle with the cinnamon.
- Bake until golden, about 35 minutes. Serve warm.
Hula Hips says
The pudding came out delicious! I would recommend pouring a little less than 1/2 of the milk mixture on the bread base before adding the fruit top to make sure the bread is completely saturated. I also used sliced up Italian bread because that was the whole purpose of making the bread pudding so the bread wouldn’t be wasted (keto dieter). I used a honey crisp apple and it stayed very crisp even after baking. For me I liked the difference in texture but for those who prefer a softer moister texture a Rome or MacIntosh would probably be better. I also thought the pear (Anjou) taste was lost in the custard and much crisper apple taste. But my pears were riper than the apple. Next time (and there will be a next time), I will use a stronger flavored and less ripe pear. I used a very deep 8-1/2″ pan and I was pleased that even though it was filled to the top, it did not boil over (although I did put it on a parchment lined sheet just in case). I am not a big bread pudding fan but after a week of pumpkin and apple pies during Thanksgiving, it was a nice contrast and with a little bit of whipped cream (because why indulge if you don’t go all the way), it was a lovely and comforting end to a winter meal of hot stew.
Amanda says
I haven’t had bread pudding in ages. I know that my mom and grandparents like it, so I’ll give it a go. Nice to see something other than just raisins in a bread pudding.
J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all says
Mmmmmmm! I absolutely LOVE bread pudding and I bet that the combination of apple and pear is fantastic together!
Lisa | Garlic + Zest says
This one sounds like a winner! Bread pudding is one of my favorites!
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
This takes me back to my childhood. How lovely is bread pudding at this time pf the year? Yum
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks so much, this bread pudding is pure fall heaven!
Cricket Plunkett says
I love that you used wheat pear, makes it much heartier! Perfect for fall!
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks for the comments and stopping by Platter Talk!
Jeff the Chef says
Mmm pears and apples, what a nice combo. Looks delicious.
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks for the great comments, Jeff. We always appreciate hearing from you!
[email protected] says
What a great take on bread pudding. I love baked apples and pears, so I can imagine this must be awesome!
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks so much, Tara.
Jillian @ Food, Folks and Fun says
This bread pudding recipe looks like some serious comfort food!
Dan from Platter Talk says
Indeed, Jillian!
Tina Marie says
Awesome recipe! I love the idea of the taste and texture combination of the pears and apples. Sounds delicious.
Mahy says
Oh my, pear, cinnamon and bread pudding–a perfect treat any time!!
Jessica says
I love apple + pear together and anything bread pudding. YUM!
Florian @ContentednessCooking says
Wow Delicious recipe! Awesome that you used pears and apples here! Fantastic recipe, thanks for sharing this with us.
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks for the kind comments, Florian!
Nicole Neverman says
This is my kind of dessert!! I love the combination of the lovely fruits and this makes a great alternative to an apple or pear pie 🙂
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks so much, Nicole; I’m sure you would love this one!
Peter @ Feed Your Soul Too says
I love how this is all baked. Such good flavors in this recipe.
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks, Peter!
Patty Haxton Anderson says
This would make me so happy and satisfied. I need something sweet right now.
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks, Patty; wish you had been here!
Tara says
I love baked pears, this looks so very good!!
Dan from Platter Talk says
Thanks, Tara!
Angela says
I love this!!! This would certainly make my family VERY happy! Great breakfast!