One-Dish Apple Pie Bread Pudding your whole family will love

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The “Whole Family” Apple Pie Bread Pudding

This is a true one-dish wonder—you can mix the custard and bake the pudding all in the same 9×13 inch ceramic or glass dish.

CategoryDetails
Prep Time15 minutes
Bake Time45–50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 mins
Yield8–10 servings

🍴 Ingredients

  • The Foundation:
    • 6–8 cups Brioche or Challah bread, cubed (approx. 1 loaf)
    • 3 Large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
  • The “Apple Pie” Custard:
    • 4 Large eggs
    • 2 cups Whole milk (or half-and-half for extra decadence)
    • ¾ cup Brown sugar (packed)
    • 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon
    • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup Melted butter
  • The “Crunch” Topping:
    • ½ cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. The Dish Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish generously with butter.
  • Toss your bread cubes and diced apples directly into the dish. Mix them with your hands so the apples are tucked into the nooks and crannies of the bread.

2. The Custard Bath

  • In a medium bowl (or right in a large measuring cup), whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and melted butter.
  • Pour the mixture evenly over the bread and apples.

3. The “Press and Soak”

  • Use a spatula to gently press the bread down so it’s submerged in the liquid.
  • The Patience Rule: Let it sit for at least 15 minutes before baking. This ensures the custard reaches the very center of the bread cubes, preventing “dry spots.”

4. The Golden Bake

  • Sprinkle the pecans over the top.
  • Bake for 45–50 minutes. The pudding is done when the top is golden and puffy, and the custard is “set” (it shouldn’t wiggle like liquid when you shake the pan).

5. The Final Touch

  • Let it rest for 10 minutes. The pudding will “deflate” slightly as it cools—this is normal!

The “A La Mode” Upgrade: This dish is best served warm. For the ultimate family treat, top each square with a scoop of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. As the ice cream melts, it creates a “creme anglaise” sauce that mingles with the cinnamon apples.

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