Cozy Cinnamon Pear Bread Pudding
This Cozy Cinnamon Pear Bread Pudding is the perfect warm and comforting dish for a rainy day or chilly morning. A delightful twist on traditional bread pudding, this recipe features cubes of your favorite bread soaked in a creamy custard made from skim milk and eggs, accented with sweet brown sugar and fragrant vanilla. Topped with juicy chopped pears and a crunchy, spiced oatmeal crumb topping reminiscent of an apple crisp, this bread pudding is not only delicious but also adaptable to whatever bread and canned fruit you have on hand. Serve it warm for breakfast or as a cozy dessert to brighten your day.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
skim milk
2 cups (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
brown sugar
1/3 cup (packed)
vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
dry bread cubes
4 cups (none)
canned pears
16 ounces (drained and chopped)
ground cinnamon
to taste (sprinkle)
oatmeal
1/2 cup (none)
brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cozy Cinnamon Pear Bread Pudding?
It is a warm and comforting dish featuring bread cubes soaked in a creamy custard with pears and a crunchy oatmeal crumb topping.
What makes this bread pudding unique?
This recipe features a delightful twist with juicy chopped pears and a spiced oatmeal topping reminiscent of an apple crisp.
Can I serve this for breakfast?
Yes, it is an excellent choice for a warm breakfast on a rainy day or a chilly morning.
Is this dish suitable as a dessert?
Absolutely, it can be served as a cozy dessert to brighten your day.
What kind of bread is recommended?
You can use any of your favorite bread, as long as it is cut into dry cubes to absorb the custard.
Can I use fresh pears instead of canned?
While the recipe calls for canned pears, you can substitute them with fresh pears if they are soft and ripe.
How many eggs are used in the custard?
The custard is made using 2 beaten eggs.
What type of milk does the recipe use?
The recipe specifies 2 cups of skim milk for the custard base.
Is the oatmeal topping crunchy?
Yes, the mixture of oatmeal, brown sugar, and melted butter creates a crunchy, spiced topping.
What spices are included?
The recipe uses ground cinnamon and vanilla extract for a fragrant, spiced flavor.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of brown sugar in the custard and an additional 1/4 cup in the oatmeal topping.
Do I need to drain the pears?
Yes, the 16 ounces of canned pears should be drained and chopped before being added.
Is this recipe easy to follow?
Yes, it is considered an easy recipe that is highly adaptable to ingredients you have on hand.
Can I use different canned fruits?
Yes, this bread pudding is adaptable to whatever canned fruit you have available if you do not have pears.
What is the purpose of the salt?
A 1/4 teaspoon of salt is added to balance the sweetness of the sugar and vanilla.
How should I prepare the bread?
The bread should be cut into dry cubes, requiring 4 cups total for the recipe.
What kind of oats should I use for the topping?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of oatmeal to create the crumbly topping.
Should the bread pudding be served hot or cold?
It is best served warm for the most comforting experience.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What provides the fat for the topping?
The topping uses 2 tablespoons of melted butter to create the crumbly texture.
Can I adjust the amount of cinnamon?
Yes, the ground cinnamon should be added to taste.
Is the brown sugar packed?
Yes, both measurements of brown sugar should be packed.
Is this recipe good for a chilly morning?
Yes, it is specifically described as the perfect dish for a chilly morning.
What is the custard texture like?
The custard is creamy, made from a blend of skim milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients total in this bread pudding recipe.
Can I use this for a brunch menu?
Yes, its versatility as both a breakfast and a dessert makes it great for brunch.
How much oatmeal is in the topping?
The topping requires 1/2 cup of oatmeal.
What is the preparation for the cinnamon?
The cinnamon should be sprinkled over the dish to your personal taste.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
While the specific nutritional data is not listed, the addition of pears and oatmeal provides some fiber.
Is this a traditional bread pudding?
It is a variation of traditional bread pudding that includes fruit and a crumb topping.