Cinnamon Pumpkin Bread Pudding Delight

This aromatic and comforting Cinnamon Pumpkin Bread Pudding Delight combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and pumpkin with rich chicken broth-soaked dried bread. The decadent dish is perfect for a quick and flavorful breakfast on busy work mornings. Paired with a steaming cup of coffee, this breakfast treat is sure to keep you energized throughout the day.
ingredients
- 4 cups dried bread cubes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes and chicken broth, letting it soak for 10 minutes.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter.
- 4.
Pour the pumpkin mixture over the soaked bread cubes, mixing well to ensure everything is coated.
- 5.
Stir in the chopped walnuts if desired.
- 6.
Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- 7.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
- 8.
Allow it to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
- 9.
Serve warm with a cup of freshly brewed coffee.