A delightful twist on the classic bread pudding, featuring warm spices, tender apples, and a luscious maple pecan sauce.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
Greasing the dish prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Cut the bread into cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Using slightly stale bread helps it absorb the custard better.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar.
Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved for a smooth custard.
Pour the custard over the bread cubes and let it soak for 10 minutes.
Gently press the bread down to ensure it absorbs the custard evenly.
Fold in the chopped apples and pecans, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
Distribute the apples and pecans evenly for consistent flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
Check doneness by inserting a knife in the center; it should come out clean.
In a saucepan, melt the butter, then stir in the brown sugar and maple syrup. Cook until smooth and bubbly.
Stir constantly to prevent the sauce from burning.
Stir in the chopped pecans and cook for another minute.
Adding the pecans at the end keeps them crunchy.
Serve the bread pudding warm, drizzled with the maple pecan sauce.
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
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