Description

Pecan Pie Bread Pudding is a decadent, easy-to-make dessert that combines the warmth of cinnamon-spiced custard with the crunch of toasted pecans and the caramel richness of brown sugar. It’s like pecan pie and French toast casserole had a cozy, delicious baby!

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups cubed day-old bread (brioche, challah, or French bread)
3 large eggs
1½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream (or more milk)
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
Pinch of salt
¾ cup chopped pecans
½ cup brown sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: splash of bourbon

Instructions

Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and let dry out slightly (leave out for a few hours or lightly toast).
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
Add bread cubes and toss gently to coat. Let soak at least 20 minutes or overnight in the fridge.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish and pour in the bread mixture.
In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and chopped pecans. Spoon over the top.
Bake for 35–45 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden and bubbly.
Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving warm or chilled with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Use stale or toasted bread for best texture. Add-ins like chocolate chips or bourbon are welcome. Let cool slightly before slicing to help it hold together.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern Comfort

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: pecan pie, bread pudding, cozy dessert, baked, holiday sweet