APPLE-RAISIN BREAD PUDDING

Apple-Raisin Bread Pudding image

"Our six children love this for breakfast on a chilly morning, but try it for your next party. It makes the kitchen smell warm and cozy." Janelle Fahnestock, Lititz, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 loaf (1 pound) day-old cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed
3 cups chopped peeled tart apples
7 large eggs, lightly beaten
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
VANILLA SAUCE:
2/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Pour butter into a 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine bread cubes and apples; sprinkle over butter. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla. Pour over bread; let stand for 15 minutes or until bread is softened. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and water until smooth. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Serve with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.