Description
This sweet breakfast bread pudding, made with Hawaiian sweet bread and fresh berries, is a delicious tradition perfect for a special morning treat.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz. Hawaiian Sweet Bread loaf or individual rolls
- 4 oz. unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 pint (~10 oz.) raspberries
- 1/2 pint (~10 oz.) blueberries
- 4 large organic eggs
- 1 cup (8.3 oz.) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (4.15 oz.) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cinnamon-sugar for topping
- Maple syrup or fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (176.7°C). Butter a 10-inch (30 cm) round baking dish generously.
- Slice the Hawaiian Sweet Bread loaf in half across the top, then cut each half into 1-inch (2.5 cm) slices. If using rolls, slice them in half.
- Butter each side of every slice with the melted butter and arrange them in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping each piece.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Slowly pour the custard mixture over the arranged bread slices, ensuring each piece is soaked. Pour slowly to avoid overflowing the dish.
- Tuck raspberries and blueberries between the slices of bread, distributing them evenly throughout the dish.
- Sprinkle the top with cinnamon-sugar to add a crispy crust and a hint of spice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm, topped with maple syrup or a handful of fresh berries.
Notes
Consider using brioche or challah as a substitute for Hawaiian sweet bread for a different flavor. Pour the custard slowly to avoid overflowing. Topping with maple syrup or fresh berries adds a delightful finish. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 150