Delicious Apple Bread Pudding

Enjoy a warm and comforting dessert with this easy homemade apple bread pudding. This delicious treat consists of fresh apples, cinnamon-spiced bread, and a rich custard sauce. It's perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings. The bread soaks up all the flavors and becomes irresistibly moist and flavorful. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent experience. Give this recipe a try and impress your loved ones with this classic American dessert.

Ingredients

• 6 cups of day-old bread, cubed
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup of melted butter
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 cup of raisins (optional)
• Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and sliced apples.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread and apples. Press down gently to ensure all the bread is soaked.
5. If desired, sprinkle raisins over the top of the pudding.
6. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
9. Serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

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