Decadent Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Whipped Vanilla Butter Sauce
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Decadent Pumpkin Bread Pudding, a delightful twist on a classic dessert that combines the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin and spice with luxurious white chocolate. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday feasts, this luscious pudding is sure to impress your guests. Pour it into ramekins for personal servings or serve family-style from a comforting baking dish. Accompanied by a silky Vanilla Butter Sauce, this dessert is a 5-star treat that pumpkin lovers will adore. Don't forget to check out Recipe #392276 for another must-try dessert from McCormick!
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
milk
2 1/2 cups (none)
sugar
3/4 cup (none)
white baking chocolate
6 ounces (cut into chunks)
butter
1/4 cup (none)
eggs
4 (beaten)
pumpkin puree
15 ounces (from can)
pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
Italian bread
8 cups (cubed)
dried cherries
1 cup (none)
pecans
1 cup (chopped, divided)
heavy cream
1/2 cup (none)
sugar (for sauce)
1/2 cup (none)
butter (for sauce)
2 tablespoons (none)
pumpkin pie spice (for sauce)
1/2 teaspoon (none)
vanilla extract (for sauce)
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2
In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk, sugar, white chocolate chunks, and butter.
3
Microwave the mixture on high for about 4 minutes, or until the butter is melted, stirring after 2 minutes to ensure even melting. Once melted, stir until the white chocolate is fully incorporated and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
4
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5
Pour the slightly cooled white chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until fully blended.
6
Add the cubed Italian bread, dried cherries, and 1/2 cup of the chopped pecans to the mixture, stirring gently until all bread is well-coated.
7
Transfer the mixture to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining chopped pecans.
8
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, allow it to cool slightly before serving.
9
To make the Vanilla Butter Sauce, combine the heavy cream, sugar, butter, and pumpkin pie spice in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
10
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
11
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract just before serving.
12
Serve the pumpkin bread pudding warm, drizzled generously with the Vanilla Butter Sauce.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Whipped Vanilla Butter Sauce.
What are the primary flavors in this dessert?
This dessert features pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, white chocolate, vanilla, and pecans.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F (160°C).
What kind of bread is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 cups of cubed Italian bread.
How much milk is needed for the pudding base?
You will need 2 1/2 cups of milk.
What type of chocolate is used in this bread pudding?
The recipe uses 6 ounces of white baking chocolate cut into chunks.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 4 eggs, which should be beaten.
What kind of pumpkin should be used?
Use 15 ounces of canned pumpkin puree.
How much pumpkin pie spice is used in total?
One tablespoon is used in the pudding and another 1/2 teaspoon is used in the sauce.
How do I melt the white chocolate and butter?
Combine milk, sugar, white chocolate, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for about 4 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.
What fruit is included in the bread pudding?
The recipe includes 1 cup of dried cherries.
How many pecans are needed and how are they divided?
You need 1 cup of chopped pecans; 1/2 cup is stirred into the mixture and the other 1/2 cup is used as a topping.
What size baking dish is required?
The mixture should be transferred to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
How long does the bread pudding bake?
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
How can I tell when the bread pudding is finished baking?
It is done when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
What ingredients make up the Vanilla Butter Sauce?
The sauce consists of heavy cream, sugar, butter, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.
How do I prepare the Vanilla Butter Sauce?
Combine ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer on low for 5 to 10 minutes.
When should the vanilla extract be added to the sauce?
The vanilla extract should be stirred in just before serving, after the sauce is removed from heat.
Can this be served in individual portions?
Yes, you can pour the mixture into ramekins for personal servings instead of a single baking dish.
Is this recipe good for the holidays?
Yes, it is described as perfect for fall gatherings or holiday feasts.
Should the white chocolate mixture cool before adding it to the eggs?
Yes, the white chocolate mixture should be slightly cooled before being stirred into the egg mixture.
How much butter is used in the sauce?
The sauce requires 2 tablespoons of butter.
How much heavy cream is needed for the sauce?
The sauce uses 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
Is the baking dish supposed to be greased?
Yes, you should use a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
What should I do with the pecans before baking?
Top the bread mixture with the remaining chopped pecans before putting it in the oven.
Should the pudding be served hot or cold?
The recipe recommends serving the pumpkin bread pudding warm.
How much sugar is in the pudding itself?
The pudding contains 3/4 cup of sugar.
How much sugar is in the sauce?
The sauce contains 1/2 cup of sugar.
Does this recipe include vanilla in both the pudding and the sauce?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is used in the pudding and 1 teaspoon is used in the sauce.
What is the final step before eating?
Drizzle the warm pudding generously with the Vanilla Butter Sauce.