Nani's Cozy Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Name: Nani's Cozy Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 cups brioche bread, cut into 1 inch cubes; 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup whole milk; 3 large eggs; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing

This comforting bread pudding is the perfect way to enjoy fall flavors with a warm, custard soaked brioche base.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 7, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

50 minutes

Total

1 hour 20 minutes

Serves

When the air turns crisp, I love pulling this pumpkin bread pudding out of the oven. It is a wonderful twist on my favorite classic recipe and brings that lovely warmth of pumpkin spice to the table. Everyone in my family asks for seconds whenever I bake this for a weekend brunch or a quiet evening treat.

My best tip is to use slightly stale bread if you have it on hand. It soaks up the creamy custard much better than fresh bread, which keeps the texture perfect. If your bread is fresh, just toast the cubes in the oven for a few minutes before adding them to the bowl.

🧺 Ingredients

8 cups brioche bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter, for greasing

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking dish with butter.
2
Place the bread cubes into a large mixing bowl.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, cream, milk, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, pumpkin spice, and salt until smooth.
4
Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and toss gently until every piece is well coated.
5
Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes so the bread absorbs the liquid.
6
Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking dish.
7
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
8
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

💡 Tips

Serve this warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce on top. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. It tastes delicious when gently reheated in the oven or microwave.

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