BUTTERSCOTCH-PECAN BREAD PUDDING

Butterscotch-Pecan Bread Pudding image

Bread pudding fans just might hoard this yummy butterscotch version. Toppings like whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle make this dessert absolutely irresistible. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

9 cups cubed day-old white bread (about 8 slices)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butterscotch chips
4 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream and butterscotch ice cream topping

Steps:

Place bread, pecans and butterscotch chips in a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, brown sugar, melted butter and vanilla until blended. Pour over bread mixture; stir gently to combine., Cook, covered, on low until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 3-4 hours. Serve warm with whipped cream and butterscotch topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 30g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.