Bacon and Maple-Pecan Bread Pudding with Spiced Pumpkin Sauce

Ingredients

- Main Components:
- 1 loaf Challah bread, cubed
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- Spiced Pumpkin Sauce:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread Pudding Base:
- Cube the Challah bread and place it into the Crock Pot.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and chopped toasted pecans over the bread.

2. Create the Custard Mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, buttermilk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes and gently press down to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.

3. Cook the Bread Pudding:
- Cover the Crock Pot and set it to low heat.
- Let the bread pudding cook for approximately PT4H
(4 hours) until the mixture is set and the top is golden brown.

4. Prepare the Spiced Pumpkin Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pumpkin puree, nutmeg, cinnamon, ground sage, apple cider, cinnamon stick, brown sugar, and butter.
- Simmer the mixture for PT15M
(15 minutes) until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld. Stir frequently.

5. Assemble and Serve:
- Once the bread pudding is done, remove the Crock Pot insert and allow it to cool slightly.
- Slice or scoop servings and drizzle generously with the spiced pumpkin sauce.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Total Time

PT4H15M
4 hours and 15 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Bread Pudding, Maple Syrup, Pumpkin Sauce, Crock Pot Dessert, Pecan, Bacon, Challah Bread, Fall Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe, Gourmet Dessert

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2640 calories

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