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Cardamom Pear Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Cardamom Pear Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of Cardamom Pear Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce, a delightful dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a luscious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Soaking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: SWEET TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 5 cups cubed brioche or French bread slightly stale bread adds delightful texture
  • 2 pieces ripe pears fresh, juicy pears bring natural sweetness
  • 3 large eggs provides structure and creaminess
  • 1 cup whole milk for richness
  • 1 cup heavy cream ensures a decadent texture
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar adds depth and hint of caramel flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract complements the spices
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom adds warm, fragrant touch
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon enhances warmth
  • 1 pinch salt brings out sweetness
  • 2 tablespoon butter (melted) gives a golden finish
Orange Caramel Sauce
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar for caramel base
  • 3 tablespoon butter adds richness
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream for creamy texture
  • 1 zest orange for citrus brightness
  • 2 tablespoon orange juice adds acidity
  • 1 pinch salt rounds out flavors

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter a baking dish.
  2. Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cardamom, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until combined.
  3. Combine bread cubes and diced pears in the baking dish and pour custard mixture over them. Let soak for 15 minutes.
  4. Drizzle melted butter on top, then bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and set.
Caramel Sauce
  1. Melt the granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat without stirring until it becomes a rich amber color.
  2. Whisk in the butter until melted, then slowly add heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add orange zest, orange juice, and a pinch of salt, simmering for a minute.
Serving
  1. Serve the warm bread pudding with a generous drizzle of warm orange caramel sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra cardamom or a twist of orange peel.

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