Apple Crumble Bread Pudding

A comforting and delicious dessert combining custardy bread pudding with a crunchy crumble, perfect for chilly evenings and holiday gatherings.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding

6 cups cubed brioche or challah bread, day old Day-old bread soaks up custard without turning gummy.
2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Choose based on taste preference.
2 cups milk Can use plant-based milk for dairy-free version.
1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with dairy-free cream alternative.
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Crumble Topping

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed Keep cold for a flaky texture.
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

For Serving

Vanilla ice cream To serve warm.
Caramel sauce To serve warm over pudding.

Method

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
Spread bread cubes and diced apples evenly in the dish.
In a bowl, whisk together milk, cream, sugars, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Pour the mixture over the bread and gently press down so everything soaks evenly. Let sit for 10 minutes.
In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
Sprinkle the crumble topping over the bread mixture.

Baking

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
Let cool slightly, then serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Notes

Letting the custard sit on the bread for 10 minutes helps the flavors marry and ensures a tender center. For extra homey touch, sprinkle cinnamon on ice cream or add chopped toasted pecans.